Exploring Microscope Creation and Usage

Why did the narrator decide to make their own microscope?

• Their microscope broke and a new one was too expensive.

• Their old microscope was outdated.

• They wanted to impress their friends.

• They wanted to experiment with new technology.

What was the total cost of the materials needed to build the smartphone microscope?

• $5.00

• $7.99

• $10.00

• $144.99

Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a material needed for the smartphone microscope?

• Magnifying glass

• Flashlight

• Laser pointer

• Poster tack

What is one advantage of the smartphone microscope mentioned by the narrator?

• It is more durable than traditional microscopes.

• It is easier to use than traditional microscopes.

• It can magnify objects up to 2000 times.

• It is portable and can record videos.

What did the narrator plan to observe with their smartphone microscope?

• The structure of salt crystals

• The movement of bacteria in pond water

• The details of a leaf

• The surface of a coin

What is the main argument against the cost-effectiveness of smartphone microscopes?

• They require expensive software.

• They are not durable.

• They are difficult to assemble.

• They do not include the cost of the smartphone itself.

According to the critique, what is the magnification limit of the most powerful smartphone microscopes?

• 2000 times

• 350 times

• 175 times

• 1000 times

What is a significant disadvantage of smartphone microscopes in scientific research?

• They are too heavy to carry around.

• They provide less precise and accurate information.

• They are more expensive than traditional microscopes.

• They cannot record videos.

What feature do some real microscopes have that smartphone microscopes also offer?

• Low cost

• Digital cameras and video recorders

• Portability

• Ease of use

What is the final conclusion about smartphone microscopes in the critique?

• They are better than real microscopes in every way.

• They are a novelty and not a suitable replacement for real microscopes.

• They are the future of scientific research.

• They are only useful for professional scientists.