Light Microscope Quiz

What is the purpose of a light microscope?

• To magnify objects

• To measure temperature

• To analyze chemical reactions

• To study weather patterns

Which of the following is NOT an objective for magnification in a light microscope?

• Low Power

• Medium Power

• High Power

• Highest Power

How should a microscope be carried?

• Using both hands

• Using only one hand

• Carrying it upside down

• Dragging it on the ground

What should be done before using a microscope?

• Turn it on

• Clean the lenses

• Adjust the temperature

• Put on safety goggles

Which objective should be used to start observing a specimen?

• Low Power

• Medium Power

• High Power

• Highest Power

What does the coarse focus knob do in a light microscope?

• Adjusts the brightness

• Changes the color of the specimen

• Moves the stage up and down

• Rotates the objective lenses

What does the fine focus knob do in a light microscope?

• Adjusts the brightness

• Clears up the focus of the specimum

• Moves the stage up and down

• Rotates the objective lenses

What is the purpose of the immersion objective in a light microscope?

• To observe transparent specimens

• To observe specimens at high magnification

• To observe specimens in motion

• To observe specimens under ultraviolet light

What is the formula for calculating magnification in a light microscope?

• Magnification = Power x Objective

• Magnification = Objective / Power

• Magnification = Power + Objective

• Magnification = Power - Objective

What is the function of the diaphragm in a light microscope?

• To adjust the amount of light passing through the specimen

• To hold the specimen in place

• To magnify the specimen

• To change the color of the specimen