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What is a coverslip?

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A thin piece of plastic that covers and protects the specimen being investigated under a microscope.

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Which objective lens should you use first when viewing an object under a microscope?

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Low power (red) objective lens.

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If you are having trouble locating a specimen under the microscope, which objective lens should you switch to?

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Low power (red) objective lens.

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What is the primary function of a microscope?

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To produce a magnified image of something too small for the eye to see.

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How should you hold a microscope?

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With two hands, by the arm and base.

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What is the purpose of the low power objective lens?

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To provide a wider field of view and make it easier to locate specimens.

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What does the term 'magnification' refer to in microscopy?

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The process of enlarging the appearance of an object.

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What is the function of the stage on a microscope?

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To hold the slide in place while viewing the specimen.

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What is the role of the eyepiece in a microscope?

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To magnify the image produced by the objective lens.

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What is the difference between the low power and high power objective lenses?

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Low power provides a wider field of view, while high power offers greater detail.