Microscope Parts Quiz

What is the part labeled #10 in the image of the microscope?

• Eyepiece

• Objective lenses

• Arm

• Base

What is the function of the coarse focus knob on a microscope?

• It moves the stage up and down to help focus the image.

• It holds the microscope slides in place.

• It magnifies the image for better viewing.

• It connects the eyepiece to the objective lenses.

Which part of the microscope helps concentrate light on the specimen only and ensures that the surroundings are relatively dark?

• Clips

• Base

• Objective Lens

• Mirror

What is the word "microscope" derived from?

• Latin words meaning "small" and "to look"

• Greek words meaning "small" and "to see"

• French words meaning "tiny" and "to view"

• German words meaning "miniature" and "to observe"

To secure the slide in place on a microscope, what do we use?

• Clips

• Eyepiece

• Stage

• More

What should we start viewing the slide with?

• The highest powered lens

• The medium powered lens

• The lowest powered lens

• The eyepiece alone

What should you do to get a clear image of the specimen after placing the slide on the microscope?

• Adjust the mirror or light

• Look down the eyepiece and turn the focusing knob

• Change the slide

• Use a higher powered lens immediately

We use microscopes to see objects which are too small to be seen with the naked eye.

• True

• False

We should carry a microscope around by holding the stage.

• True

• False

We should secure a slide in place by using clips found on the stage of a microscope.

• True

• False