Light Microscopy Fundamentals Quiz
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What is the function of the eyepiece in a light microscope?

  • Rotates to allow for changing of objectives
  • Secures the microscope when being carried
  • Magnifies the image by 10X, 12X, or 20X (correct)
  • Adjusts the focus of the microscope

    • What is the function of the objectives in a light microscope?

  • Secure the microscope when being carried
  • Magnify the material being examined (correct)
  • Adjust the focus of the microscope
  • Remove the dust cover

    • What is the function of the nose piece in a light microscope?

  • Rotates to allow for the changing of objectives to increase or decrease magnification (correct)
  • Secures the microscope when being carried
  • Magnifies the image by 10X, 12X, or 20X
  • Adjusts the focus of the microscope

    • What is the function of the arm in a light microscope?

    <p>A secure part of the microscope to hold on to when the microscope is being carried</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for total magnification in a light microscope?

    <p>Magnifying power of eyepiece X magnifying power of objective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the alternative name for the eyepiece in a light microscope?

    <p>Ocular lens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the alternative name for the total magnification in a light microscope?

    <p>Total magnification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the alternative name for the nose piece in a light microscope?

    <p>Revolving nosepiece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the pointer in the eyepiece of a light microscope?

    <p>It can be seen as you look into the eyepiece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the adjustment for inter-pupillary distance in the eyepiece of a light microscope?

    <p>It adjusts the distance between the eyepieces to match the distance between the viewer's eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the oil immersion objective in a light microscope?

    <p>Magnifies with a high power, usually 60X or 100X</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the stage control knobs in a light microscope?

    <p>Move the slide on the stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the substage condenser in a light microscope?

    <p>Concentrates light &amp; directs it through opening in microscope stage towards the specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the iris diaphragm in a light microscope?

    <p>Regulates the amount of light passing through the condenser</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the coarse focusing knob in a light microscope?

    <p>Coarse focusing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the fine focusing knob in a light microscope?

    <p>Precise focusing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the condenser control knob in a light microscope?

    <p>Raises &amp; lowers condenser</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the illuminator in a light microscope?

    <p>Light source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the base in a light microscope?

    <p>Provides support for microscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is resolution (resolving power) in a light microscope?

    <p>A measure of the clarity of the image</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum magnification of a light microscope?

    <p>x1500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the total magnification calculated in a light microscope?

    <p>Eyepiece magnification multiplied by the objective magnification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of focusing the microscope?

    <p>To bring the specimen into sharp and clear view</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the substage condenser in a light microscope?

    <p>Concentrates light &amp; directs it through the opening in the microscope stage towards the specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the iris diaphragm in a light microscope?

    <p>Regulates the amount of light passing through the condenser</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the coarse focusing knob in a light microscope?

    <p>Coarse focusing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the fine focusing knob in a light microscope?

    <p>Precise focusing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is resolution (resolving power) in a light microscope?

    <p>A measure of the clarity of the image</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the illuminator in a light microscope?

    <p>Light source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the base in a light microscope?

    <p>Provides support for the microscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the stage control knobs in a light microscope?

    <p>Move the slide on the stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the condenser control knob in a light microscope?

    <p>Raises &amp; lowers the condenser</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the alternative name for the total magnification in a light microscope?

    <p>Eyepiece magnification multiplied by the objective magnification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum magnification of a light microscope?

    <p>x1500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the oil immersion objective in a light microscope?

    <p>Enhances resolution by using oil to minimize light refraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Components of a Light Microscope

    • The eyepiece is responsible for magnifying the image formed by the objectives.
    • The alternative name for the eyepiece is ocular.
    • The eyepiece has a pointer that helps to locate the object being viewed.
    • The adjustment for inter-pupillary distance in the eyepiece allows the user to adjust the distance between the lenses to fit their eyes.

    Objectives

    • The objectives are responsible for collecting and focusing light from the specimen.
    • The oil immersion objective is used to increase the resolution of the microscope by using oil to fill the space between the objective and the specimen.

    Nose Piece

    • The nose piece is a rotating turret that holds the objectives in place.
    • The alternative name for the nose piece is objective revolver.

    Arm

    • The arm is the supporting pillar that connects the microscope to the base.

    Magnification

    • The formula for total magnification is the product of the magnification power of the eyepiece and the magnification power of the objective.
    • The alternative name for total magnification is overall magnification.
    • The maximum magnification of a light microscope is typically around 1000-1500x.

    Focusing

    • The coarse focusing knob is used to bring the specimen into rough focus.
    • The fine focusing knob is used to make fine adjustments to the focus.
    • The purpose of focusing the microscope is to produce a clear and sharp image of the specimen.

    Stage and Condenser

    • The stage control knobs are used to move the stage and position the specimen.
    • The substage condenser is used to focus the light onto the specimen.
    • The condenser control knob is used to adjust the height of the substage condenser.
    • The iris diaphragm is used to control the amount of light that enters the microscope.

    Base and Illuminator

    • The base provides stability and support for the microscope.
    • The illuminator is the light source that provides light to the microscope.

    Resolution

    • Resolution (resolving power) is the ability of the microscope to distinguish between two closely spaced objects.
    • The resolution of a light microscope is limited by the wavelength of light used.

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