Quiz on Compound Microscope

Which part of the compound microscope is used to adjust the height of the condenser?

• Coarse adjustment knob

• Fine adjustment knob

• Condenser knob

• Light control

What is the function of the rotating nosepiece on a compound microscope?

• To adjust the height of the condenser

• To switch between different objective lenses

• To control the light intensity

• To move the mechanical stage

Which part of the compound microscope is responsible for controlling the light intensity?

• Light control

• Iris diaphragm lever

• Coarse adjustment knob

• Mechanical stage controls

What is the purpose of the coarse adjustment knob on a compound microscope?

• To fine-tune the focus

• To adjust the height of the condenser

• To make large adjustments to the focus

• To control the light intensity

Which part of the compound microscope holds the slide in place?

• Arm

• Stage

• Base

• Ocular lenses

What is the function of the base in a microscope?

• It holds the slide in position for viewing.

• It provides a sturdy flat surface to support and steady the microscope.

• It allows you to adjust the intensity of the light passing through the specimen.

• It is a small nonmagnifying lens that concentrates the light on the specimen.

Where is the substage light located in a microscope?

• On the base or arm.

• Beneath the stage.

• In the base.

• On the stage.

What does the light control in a microscope allow you to do?

• Adjust the height of the stage.

• Adjust the intensity of the light passing through the specimen.

• Hold the slide in position for viewing.

• Concentrate the light on the specimen.

What is the function of the stage in a microscope?

• It holds the slide in position for viewing.

• It allows you to make large adjustments to the height of the stage.

• It is the platform that the slide rests on while being viewed.

• It is a shutter within the condenser that can be controlled by a lever.

What does the mechanical stage in a microscope do?

• It holds the slide in position for viewing and has two adjustable knobs that control the precise movement of the slide.

• It allows you to make large adjustments to the height of the stage.

• It is a small nonmagnifying lens that concentrates the light on the specimen.

• It is a shutter within the condenser that can be controlled by a lever.