Light Microscopes in Healthcare

What has the use of light microscopes allowed us to observe in great detail?

• Structures, cells, and microbes

• Planets and stars

• Rocks and minerals

• Weather patterns

How does understanding the functions of cells, tissues, and microorganisms help us?

• It helps us optimize health and wellbeing

• It helps us predict someone's age

• It helps us build stronger cells

• It helps us understand the universe

How does the use of light microscopes contribute to medical science?

• By allowing detailed observation of cells and microbes

• By predicting weather patterns

• By enhancing satellite imagery

• By improving transportation systems

What is the function of the coarse adjustment knob on a light microscope?

• To adjust the light intensity

• To move the stage up and down for focusing

• To hold the slide in place

• To change the objective lenses

Which part of the light microscope is used to fine-tune the focus of the specimen?

• Coarse Adjustment

• Fine Adjustment

• Objective Lens

• Light Source

What is the function of the base on a light microscope?

• To support the microscope

• To hold the slide

• To adjust the focus

• To change the magnification

Which part of the light microscope is responsible for magnifying the specimen?

• Eyepiece

• Objective Lens

• Stage

• Diaphragm

What should be done after adding a drop of water to the slide?

• Place the edge of a coverslip on the slide

• Place the specimen in the water

• Slowly lower the coverslip

• Add another drop of water

What is the final step in preparing a slide?

• Add a drop of water to a slide

• Place the specimen in the water

• Place the edge of a coverslip on the slide

• Slowly lower the coverslip

What should you do if the size of the image is given in centimeters and the size of the real object is given in millimeters?

• Convert both to meters

• Use the measurements that the microscope says

• Convert both to the same units

• Use the given measurements directly