Microscopes

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What is a microscope?

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A microscope is an instrument used to see objects that are too small to be seen by the naked eye.

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What is the function of the eyepiece in a microscope?

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The eyepiece is the lens you look through to see the magnified image of the specimen.

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What does the term 'magnification' mean in microscopy?

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Magnification refers to the process of enlarging the appearance of an object.

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What is the high power objective lens on a compound light microscope?

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The high power objective lens is typically 40X magnification.

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What is the purpose of the coarse adjustment knob?

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The coarse adjustment knob is used to move the stage up and down for focusing, but should not be used with high power lenses.

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What is the base of a microscope?

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The base is the bottom part of the microscope that supports the entire instrument and is used for carrying.

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What is a Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM)?

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A Transmission Electron Microscope is used to study the inside of thin specimens.

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What is the difference between a compound light microscope and a simple microscope?

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A compound light microscope uses multiple lenses to magnify, while a simple microscope uses only one lens.

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What is the diaphragm in a microscope?

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The diaphragm controls the amount of light that reaches the specimen.

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What should you do when carrying a microscope?

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Always carry the microscope with two hands: one around the arm and the other under the base.