Microscope Notes

Multiple Choice

How many lenses does a compound microscope use?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Open Ended

What part of the microscope rotates to change between different objective lenses?

Multiple Choice

What size lens in the shortest?

• 1X

• 4X

• 10X

• 40X

Open Ended

What is the purpose of the diaphragm?

Multiple Choice

Which piece supports the microscope?

• lense

• arm

• base

• stage

Open Ended

What do the stage clips hold in place?

Multiple Choice

What lenses are used with the fine adjustment knob?

• Low

• Medium

• High

• All of the Above

Open Ended

What pieces do you need to hold onto when carrying a microscope?

Open Ended

What can happen if you use the coarse adjustment knob with the high power lens?