Basic Microscope setup and use

How should a microscope be carried from the cabinet to the workstation?

• With one hand holding the arm.

• With both hands on the base.

• With one hand holding the arm and the other under the base.

• By dragging it across the table.

To properly set up the microscope, what number should the ocular lenses be turned to?

• 60

• 62

• 64

• 66

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When beginning to observe a specimen, which objective lens should be used first?

• 10x objective lens

• 40x objective lens

• 4x objective lens

• 100x objective lens

If the microscope slide does not move when adjusting the slide holder knobs, what is a common reason?

• The light intensity is too low.

• The objective lens is not properly rotated.

• The slide is not clipped in place properly.

• The power cord is unplugged.