12 Questions
What happens to an object when it is viewed through a microscope?
It appears larger than its actual size.
Who is credited with the discovery of micro-organisms?
Anton van Leeuwenhoek
What term was used by Robert Hooke to describe the small holes he observed in a piece of cork?
Cellulae
What technology allows light to travel down a flexible tube, enabling medical researchers to create microscopes to see inside the body?
Fiber optics
What was Anton van Leeuwenhoek's hobby that led him to make the first simple microscope?
Grinding lenses
What is the term used to describe the objects that Anton van Leeuwenhoek discovered, which were single cells?
Animalcules
What is the magnification power of a compound light microscope?
2000X
What is the purpose of the cell membrane?
to surround and protect the contents of the cell
What is the name of the scientist who contributed to the Cell Theory?
All of the above
What is the function of organelles in a cell?
to carry out specific functions
How do you prepare a wet mount?
by placing one drop of water on the center of the slide and adding the specimen
What are the factors that affect what you can see inside a cell when viewing with a microscope?
the type of microscope, the power of the lenses, and the quality of the prepared slides
Learn about the discovery of microorganisms, the importance of microscopes and how they magnify small objects, making the invisible visible. Explore the contributions of Anton van Leeuwenhoek and more!
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