Microscope

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What is a microscope?

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A microscope is an instrument used to see objects that are too small to be seen by the naked eye.

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What is the function of the ocular lens in a microscope?

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The ocular lens, or eyepiece, is the lens you look through to see the magnified image of the specimen.

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What is the purpose of the objective lenses in a microscope?

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Objective lenses are used to magnify the specimen at different levels, typically ranging from low to high power.

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What is the revolving nosepiece in a microscope?

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The revolving nosepiece is a rotating part that holds multiple objective lenses and allows the user to switch between them.

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What is the function of the fine adjustment knob?

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The fine adjustment knob is used to make small adjustments to the focus of the microscope for clearer images.

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What is the function of the coarse adjustment knob?

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The coarse adjustment knob is used to quickly bring the specimen into focus by moving the stage up or down.

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What is the base of a microscope?

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

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What is the illuminator in a microscope?

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The illuminator is a light source that provides illumination to the specimen being observed.

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What is the significance of Robert Hooke in microscopy?

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Robert Hooke was the first scientist to observe and describe cells in cork using a microscope.

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What is one of the main principles of the Cell Theory?

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One of the main principles of the Cell Theory is that all living organisms are composed of cells.