Microscope

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What is a microscope?

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A microscope is an instrument that makes small objects appear larger.

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What is the function of the eyepiece in a microscope?

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The eyepiece is the lens you look through to see the magnified image.

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What is the body tube of a microscope?

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The body tube connects the eyepiece to the objective lenses and allows light to pass through.

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What is the purpose of the arm in a microscope?

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The arm supports the body tube and connects it to the base.

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What is the base of a microscope?

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The base is the bottom part that supports the microscope and keeps it stable.

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How do you calculate the total magnification of a microscope?

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Total magnification is calculated by multiplying the magnification of the eyepiece by the magnification of the objective lens.

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If the eyepiece magnifies 10x and the objective lens magnifies 30x, what is the total magnification?

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300x

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What should you do when carrying a microscope?

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Always carry a microscope with one hand on the arm and the other under the base.

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What is the illuminator in a microscope?

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The illuminator is a light source that illuminates the specimen being viewed.

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What is the purpose of the coarse adjustment knob?

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The coarse adjustment knob is used to make large adjustments to the focus of the microscope.