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Which part of the microscope holds the slide and allows light to pass through the specimen?
Which part of the microscope holds the slide and allows light to pass through the specimen?
- Eyepiece
- Stage (correct)
- Objective Lenses
- Diaphragm
What is the function of the revolving nosepiece on a compound light microscope?
What is the function of the revolving nosepiece on a compound light microscope?
- To support the microscope
- To change between different objective lenses (correct)
- To hold the microscope securely
- To adjust the amount of light that passes through the specimen
Which lens on a compound light microscope is closest to the specimen?
Which lens on a compound light microscope is closest to the specimen?
- Medium (10X)
- Low (4X) (correct)
- Eyepiece
- High (40X)
What is the purpose of the diaphragm on a compound light microscope?
What is the purpose of the diaphragm on a compound light microscope?
What is the function of the body tube on a compound light microscope?
What is the function of the body tube on a compound light microscope?
Flashcards
What is the stage?
What is the stage?
The flat platform where the microscope slide is placed, allowing light to pass through the specimen.
What is the revolving nosepiece?
What is the revolving nosepiece?
It holds and rotates the objective lenses, enabling you to easily switch between different magnifications.
Which lens is the objective lens?
Which lens is the objective lens?
The lens closest to the specimen, providing the initial magnification.
What is the function of the diaphragm?
What is the function of the diaphragm?
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What is the body tube?
What is the body tube?
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