Exploring the Microscope Basics

What is the function of the eyepiece in a microscope?

• To hold the slide in place

• To magnify the image

• To adjust the focus

• To provide light

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which part of the microscope is used to adjust the amount of light that reaches the specimen?

• Eyepiece

• Objective lens

• Diaphragm

• Stage

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If a microscope has an eyepiece lens of 10x magnification and an objective lens of 40x magnification, what is the total magnification?

• 400x

• 40x

• 10x

• 50x

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Which part of the microscope is primarily responsible for focusing the image?

• Coarse adjustment knob

• Fine adjustment knob

• Stage

• Base

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How does changing the objective lens affect the magnification of the microscope?

• It changes the color of the image

• It changes the size of the image

• It changes the brightness of the image

• It changes the focus of the image

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What is the purpose of the stage clips on a microscope?

• To magnify the image

• To hold the slide in place

• To adjust the focus

• To provide light

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Which part of the microscope would you use to switch between different objective lenses?

• Eyepiece

• Revolving nosepiece

• Diaphragm

• Stage

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Explain how the fine adjustment knob is different from the coarse adjustment knob in terms of its function.

• The fine adjustment knob is used for large movements, while the coarse adjustment knob is used for small movements.

• The fine adjustment knob is used for small movements, while the coarse adjustment knob is used for large movements.

• Both knobs are used for large movements.

• Both knobs are used for small movements.

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What is the role of the diaphragm in a microscope?

• To magnify the image

• To adjust the amount of light on the specimen

• To hold the slide in place

• To adjust the focus

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If you are viewing a specimen under a microscope with a 10x eyepiece and a 4x objective lens, what is the total magnification?

• 14x

• 40x

• 400x

• 4x

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept