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Compound Microscope: Parts and History

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What part of the microscope is used to reflect light from an external light source up through the bottom of the stage?

Illuminator (correct)

Eyepiece lens

Arm

Tube

Which part of the compound microscope supports the tube and connects it to the base?

Eyepiece lens

Base

Tube

Arm (correct)

What is the function of the objective lens in a compound microscope?

To look through

To support the tube and connect it to the base

To connect the eyepiece to the objective lenses

To enlarge the image (correct)

Which part of the microscope is used for support and forms the bottom of the microscope?

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What is the purpose of the condenser lens in a microscope?

To focus the light onto the specimen Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the rack stop in a microscope?

To prevent the high power objective lens from hitting the slide Signup and view all the answers

What does an Abbe condenser do in a microscope?

Controls the light passing through the specimen before entering the objective lens Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a mechanical stage in a microscope?

To move the slide around by turning two knobs Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of DIN standard in microscope objective lenses?

It is a German standard adopted internationally for optical quality Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a revolving nosepiece or turret in a microscope?

It holds two or more objective lenses and can be rotated to easily change power Signup and view all the answers