Microscopy Flashcard

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What do #3, #4, and #5 represent in microscopy?

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4x, 10x, and 40 objective lenses.

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Why is a slide cover placed on the slide at a 45 degree angle?

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To prevent air bubbles.

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What is #6 in the microscopy picture?

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Stage clips.

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What type of slide can be made in class using a cover slip and water droplets?

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Wet Mount Slide.

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What is #8 in the microscopy picture?

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Light source.

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What is the function of the course adjustment knob in microscopy?

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To bring the specimen into general focus.

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What is the purpose of the ocular lens in a microscope?

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To magnify the image of the specimen.

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What is the role of the diaphragm in a microscope?

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To control the amount of light reaching the specimen.

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What is an oil immersion slide used for?

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To increase the resolution of the image by using oil to reduce light refraction.

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What is the purpose of stage clips in a microscope?

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To hold the slide in place on the stage.