Microscope Parts and Functions and How to Use Microscope

What is the purpose of using a source of light in a compound microscope?

• To magnify the image

• To illuminate the specimen

• To adjust the focus

• To rotate the lenses

Why is it called a compound microscope?

• Because it uses two different lenses

• Because it uses natural light

• Because it has a rotating nose piece

• Because it has a base and an arm

What is the purpose of the foot in a compound microscope?

• To hold the lenses

• To adjust the focus

• To illuminate the specimen

• To provide stability

What is the purpose of the nose piece in a compound microscope?

• To adjust the focus

• To hold the specimen

• To rotate the lenses

• To illuminate the specimen

What is the purpose of the objective lenses in a compound microscope?

• To adjust the focus

• To hold the specimen

• To rotate the lenses

• To magnify the image

What is the purpose of the stage in a compound microscope?

• To adjust the focus

• To hold the specimen

• To rotate the lenses

• To magnify the image

What is the purpose of the diaphragm in a compound microscope?

• To adjust the focus

• To hold the specimen

• To rotate the lenses

• To control the amount of light

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What is the purpose of the coarse adjustment screw in a compound microscope?

• To adjust the focus

• To hold the specimen

• To rotate the lenses

• To control the amount of light

What is the purpose of the fine adjustment screw in a compound microscope?

• To adjust the focus

• To hold the specimen

• To rotate the lenses

• To control the amount of light

What is the purpose of the coverslip in a compound microscope?

• To adjust the focus

• To hold the specimen

• To rotate the lenses

• To protect the specimen