Exploring Microscope Components and Their Functions

The video tutorial provides a comprehensive overview of the parts and functions of a microscope. It covers the eyepiece, arm, base, coarse and fine adjusters, objectives, stage, diaphragm, light source, and base. The tutorial explains how to calculate magnification by multiplying the eyepiece and objective magnifications. It also describes the role of the stage and diaphragm in controlling light and holding slides in place. The importance of the light source and base for proper microscope operation is highlighted.

What is the magnification power of the eyepiece?

• 100 times

• 40 times

• 10 times

• 4 times

What part of the microscope connects the eyepiece to the base?

• Stage

• Fine Adjustment Knob

• Arm

• Coarse Adjuster

Which knob is used for large movements of the stage?

• Coarse Adjuster

• Light Source

• Diaphragm

• Fine Adjustment Knob

What is the magnification of the red objective?

• 4 times

• 100 times

• 10 times

• 40 times

How do you calculate the total magnification when using the low power objective?

• Add the magnifications

• Subtract the magnifications

• Multiply the magnifications

• Divide the magnifications

What is the total magnification when using the high power objective?

• 400 times

• 100 times

• 1000 times

• 40 times

Where do you place the slide on the microscope?

• Base

• Arm

• Stage

• Eyepiece

What is the function of the stage clips?

• To adjust the light

• To hold the slide in place

• To connect the eyepiece to the base

• To magnify the specimen

What does the diaphragm control?

• The magnification

• The amount of light passing through

• The power of the light source

• The movement of the stage

What is the purpose of the base of the microscope?

• To provide light

• To adjust the magnification

• To hold the slide

• To support the microscope