Microscope Basics Quiz

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

• To support the microscope on the table

• To adjust the focus of the microscope

• To hold and rotate different objective lenses

• To illuminate the specimen

Where do you place the slide on a microscope for viewing?

• In the body tube

• Under the nose piece

• On the stage

• On the arm

What is the role of the condenser in a microscope?

• To rotate the objective lenses

• To magnify the image

• To hold the slide in place

• To focus the light onto the specimen

Which knob should you use first to bring a specimen into focus?

• Diaphragm

• Nose piece

• Coarse focus knob

• Fine focus knob

How can you control the amount of light passing through the specimen?

• By adjusting the stage clips

• By using the diaphragm and condenser

• By rotating the nose piece

• By moving the arm