Mastering The Compound Light Microscope Components And Usage

The video tutorial explains the parts and functions of a compound light microscope, including the arm, base, stage, nose piece, and objective lenses. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to operate the microscope, starting with turning it on, adjusting the light, and using the stage and adjustment knobs. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using the correct objective lens and making fine adjustments for higher magnification. It concludes with the proper steps to follow after using the microscope, ensuring it is turned off and stored correctly.

What is the purpose of the nose piece on a compound light microscope?

• To adjust the stage

• To hold the objective lenses

• To support the base

• To hold the eyepiece lens

Which part of the microscope is used to move the stage up and down?

• Fine adjustment knob

• Nose piece

• Stage clips

• Coarse adjustment knob

What is the first step in using the compound light microscope?

• Adjust the fine adjustment knob

• Turn on the microscope

• Place the sample on the stage

• Change the objective lens

How can the light intensity be adjusted on the microscope?

• Using the diaphragm

• Using the stage adjustment knob

• Using the eyepiece lens

• Using the nose piece

Before looking through the eyepiece lens, what must be ensured about the sample?

• It is on the arm

• It is under the nose piece

• It is right in the center of light

• It is placed on the base

When adjusting to a higher magnification, which knob should be used?

• Fine adjustment knob

• Coarse adjustment knob

• Stage adjustment knob

• Nose piece

What should be done with the stage before turning off the microscope?

• Move it to the highest position

• Move it to the lowest position

• Leave it as is

• Remove it completely

What should be done with the objective lens after finishing the observation?

• Adjust it to the middle magnification

• Remove it from the microscope

• Turn it back to the shortest one

• Leave it at the highest magnification