Exploring Microscope Parts and Their Functions

What is the magnification power of the eyepiece?

• 10 times

• 20 times

• 15 times

• 5 times

What is the function of the body tube in a microscope?

• To magnify the image

• To reflect light and turn the image

• To hold the eyepiece

• To hold the objective lenses

Which objective lens is used for scanning and has a red label?

• Medium power lens

• Low power lens

• High power lens

• Ultra-high power lens

How much does the high power lens magnify the image?

• 10 times

• 20 times

• 40 times

• 100 times

When transporting a microscope, which parts should you hold?

• Eyepiece and base

• Body tube and arm

• Arm and base

• Nose piece and base

What is the purpose of the diaphragm in a microscope?

• To control the amount of light

• To magnify the image

• To adjust the focus

• To hold the slide

When should you use the coarse adjustment knob?

• At the highest power

• At any power

• At the lowest power

• At the medium power

What is the function of the fine adjustment knob?

• To make large adjustments

• To control the light

• To make small adjustments

• To change the objective lens

What should you do to secure the slide on the stage?

• Use the coarse adjustment knob

• Press the stage clips gently

• Adjust the diaphragm

• Rotate the nose piece

How should you store a microscope with an older model that doesn't have a cord wrap?

• Wrap the cord around the eyepiece

• Wrap the cord around the base

• Wrap the cord around the arm

• Leave the cord loose