Dissecting Microscope

What is the approximate size of one of the cells in the field of view shown?

• 0.5 mm

• 1.0 mm

• 1.5 mm

• 2.0 mm

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

Which microscope could be used to see a whole insect, like a bee, in greater detail?

• Dissecting Microscope

• Compound (Light) Microscope

• Scanning Electron Microscope

• Transmission Electron Microscope

What is the primary use of a dissecting microscope?

• To view small organisms in 3D

• To measure the mass of small objects

• To analyze chemical reactions

• To observe distant stars

Which of the following is a key feature of a dissecting microscope?

• High magnification

• 3D visualization

• Electron beam usage

• X-ray imaging

What is the typical magnification range of a dissecting microscope?

• 10x to 40x

• 100x to 400x

• 400x to 1000x

• 1000x to 2000x

Which part of the dissecting microscope is used to adjust the focus?

• Objective lens

• Stage

• Coarse focus knob

• Light source

In which field is a dissecting microscope commonly used?

• Astronomy

• Botany

• Geology

• Meteorology

What type of light source is typically used in a dissecting microscope?

• Laser

• LED

• Halogen

• Fluorescent

Which of the following specimens would be best observed with a dissecting microscope?

• Bacteria

• Viruses

• Insects

• Atoms

How does a dissecting microscope differ from a compound microscope?

• It uses a single lens

• It provides a 3D view

• It has higher magnification

• It is used for chemical analysis