Microscope Flashcard

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What is the stage of a microscope?

Back

The stage is the flat platform where the slide or specimen is placed for observation.

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What is the function of the diaphragm in a microscope?

Back

The diaphragm controls the amount of light that reaches the specimen.

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What is the low power objective lens used for?

Back

The low power objective lens (4x) is used first to locate and focus on the specimen.

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What does the arm of a microscope do?

Back

The arm supports the body tube and connects it to the base, making it easier to carry.

Front

How should you hold a microscope when moving it?

Back

You should hold the arm and base to ensure stability and safety.

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What is the eyepiece of a microscope?

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The eyepiece is the lens you look through to see the specimen, usually magnifying it 10x.

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What is the purpose of the objective lenses?

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Objective lenses provide different levels of magnification to view the specimen in detail.

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What is the base of a microscope?

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The base is the bottom part that supports the microscope and keeps it stable.

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What does the coarse adjustment knob do?

Back

The coarse adjustment knob is used to make large adjustments to the focus of the microscope.

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What is the fine adjustment knob used for?

Back

The fine adjustment knob is used for making small adjustments to the focus for clearer images.