Microscope Parts and Functions Quiz

What part of the microscope holds and turns the objective lenses into viewing position?

• Stage

• Revolving Nosepiece

• Diaphragm

• Arm

Which part of the microscope contains high, middle, and low power magnifying lenses?

• Eyepiece

• Light Source

• Objective Lenses

• Fine Focus

What is the function of the stage on a microscope?

• Supports the microscope slide

• Controls the amount of light

• Turns on and off the microscope

• Contains the magnifying lens

Which part of the microscope controls the amount of light that enters?

• Coarse Focus

• Diaphragm

• Arm

• Power Switch

What does the power switch on a microscope do?

• Focuses the image

• Supports the body tube

• Turns on and off the microscope

• Shines light through the object

Which part of the microscope shines light through the object being viewed?

• Light Source

• Fine Focus

• Eyepiece

• Stage

What is the function of the fine focus on a microscope?

• Supports the body tube

• Sharpens the image under low and high power

• Contains the magnifying lens

• Holds the objective lenses

Which part of the microscope focuses the image under low power?

• Coarse Focus

• Diaphragm

• Arm

• Revolving Nosepiece

What does the arm of a microscope support?

• The objective lenses

• The body tube

• The microscope slide

• The light source

What is the magnification power of the eyepiece on a microscope?

• 4x

• 10x

• 40x

• 100x