Microscope Usage and Magnification Quiz

What is one of the primary uses of a microscope in biology?

• To calculate the speed of cell division

• To measure the weight of cells

• To capture images of living organisms at a cellular level

• To determine the color of cells

How should a microscope be carried to ensure safety?

• By placing it in a backpack

• By using a trolley

• By holding it with one hand

• By holding it with both hands, one on the arm and the other supporting the base

What should be done before changing the magnification on a microscope?

• Remove the slide

• Lower the body tube

• Raise the body tube using the coarse adjustment knob

• Tilt the microscope

What is the first step in preparing a wet mount slide?

• Add a drop of oil

• Cut out a letter from newsprint

• Place the slide on the stage

• Clean the slide with alcohol

Why is it important to tap the cover slip gently when preparing a wet mount slide?

• To dry the slide

• To remove air bubbles

• To add more water

• To adjust the focus

Why does the image appear inverted when viewed through a microscope?

• Due to the slide thickness

• Due to the presence of two sets of mirrors

• Because of the lens curvature

• Because of the light source

If you move the stage knob to the right, in which direction will the specimen appear to move?

• Up

• Right

• Down

• Left

What does magnification refer to in microscopy?

• The color intensity of the image

• The ability to enlarge an image without changing its physical size

• The actual size of the object

• The weight of the specimen

How is the total magnification of a specimen calculated?

• By multiplying the magnification of the eyepiece and objective

• By adding the magnification of the eyepiece and objective

• By dividing the magnification of the eyepiece by the objective

• By subtracting the magnification of the objective from the eyepiece

What is the magnification of a high power objective lens?

• 10 times

• 40 times

• 100 times

• 400 times