Microscope Parts and Functions Quiz

What is the function of the dimmer switch on a microscope?

• To move the stage up and down

• To control the brightness of the light

• To change the magnification level

• To adjust the focus of the microscope

Which objective lens is identified by a red color-coded band?

• Low power objective

• Oil immersion lens

• Scanning power objective

• High power objective

What should be done with the scanning power objective when you finish using the microscope?

• It should be cleaned with oil

• It should be left in place

• It should be rotated to the high power objective

• It should be removed from the microscope

What is the purpose of the slide clips on a microscope?

• To adjust the light intensity

• To hold the slide in place

• To change the objective lens

• To focus the microscope

Which knob should be used for fine focusing on a microscope?

• Revolving nosepiece

• Dimmer switch

• Fine adjustment knob

• Coarse adjustment knob