Using Microscopes

Front

What is the primary purpose of a microscope?

Back

To magnify small objects.

Front

Which part of the microscope moves the stage slightly to help you sharpen or fine tune your view of the specimen?

Back

Fine Adjustment Knob.

Front

What holds the slide on the stage of a microscope?

Back

Stage clips.

Front

What are the three lenses on a microscope that allow different amounts of magnification called?

Back

Objectives.

Front

Which knob is used to focus the image under low power?

Back

Coarse adjustment knob.

Front

What is the function of the eyepiece in a microscope?

Back

To magnify the image viewed through the microscope.

Front

What is the role of the revolving nosepiece in a microscope?

Back

To switch between different objective lenses.

Front

What is the importance of illumination in microscopy?

Back

To provide light for better visibility of the specimen.

Front

What is the difference between the coarse adjustment knob and the fine adjustment knob?

Back

The coarse adjustment knob moves the stage significantly to find the specimen, while the fine adjustment knob makes small adjustments for clarity.

Front

What is the typical magnification range of a standard classroom microscope?

Back

40x to 1000x.