Parts of the Light Microscope Quiz

What is the primary function of the objective lens in a light microscope?

• To illuminate the specimen

• To magnify the specimen

• To hold the specimen in place

• To adjust the focus

Which part of the light microscope do you look through to see the magnified image?

• Objective lens

• Eyepiece lens

• Stage clips

• Focus knobs

What is the role of stage clips on a light microscope?

• To magnify the specimen

• To hold the slide in place

• To adjust the light intensity

• To change the objective lens

Which part of the microscope is used to bring the specimen into sharp focus?

• Objective lens

• Eyepiece lens

• Stage clips

• Focus knobs

How many objective lenses are typically found on a standard light microscope?

• One

• Two

• Three or four

• Five

Which part of the microscope is adjusted to change the distance between the objective lens and the specimen?

• Eyepiece lens

• Stage clips

• Focus knobs

• Light source

What is the purpose of using different objective lenses on a microscope?

• To change the color of the specimen

• To vary the magnification

• To adjust the light intensity

• To hold the slide in place

Which part of the microscope is responsible for holding the slide securely during observation?

• Objective lens

• Eyepiece lens

• Stage clips

• Focus knobs

What is the function of the coarse focus knob on a microscope?

• To fine-tune the focus

• To bring the specimen into general focus

• To change the objective lens

• To adjust the light intensity

Which part of the microscope is used to fine-tune the focus after using the coarse focus knob?

• Objective lens

• Eyepiece lens

• Fine focus knob

• Stage clips