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Who coined the name 'cell' and referred to them as 'animalcules'?
Who coined the name 'cell' and referred to them as 'animalcules'?
When was the first microscope invented?
When was the first microscope invented?
What did Robert Hooke do in 1665?
What did Robert Hooke do in 1665?
What does the eyepiece of a microscope do?
What does the eyepiece of a microscope do?
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What did Antoine van Leeuwenhoek refer to as 'animalcules'?
What did Antoine van Leeuwenhoek refer to as 'animalcules'?
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Which two individuals are credited with inventing the first microscope?
Which two individuals are credited with inventing the first microscope?
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What did Robert Hooke do in 1665?
What did Robert Hooke do in 1665?
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What is the function of the eyepiece of a microscope?
What is the function of the eyepiece of a microscope?
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What did Antoine van Leeuwenhoek refer to as 'animalcules'?
What did Antoine van Leeuwenhoek refer to as 'animalcules'?
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What is the purpose of the diopter adjustment on the eyepiece of a microscope?
What is the purpose of the diopter adjustment on the eyepiece of a microscope?
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Study Notes
Microscope and Cell History
- Robert Hooke coined the term 'cell' in 1665.
- The first microscope was invented by Zacharias Janssen and Hans Jansen.
Microscope Components
- The eyepiece of a microscope magnifies the image formed by the objective lens.
- The diopter adjustment on the eyepiece of a microscope allows for correction of differences in vision between the left and right eye.
Early Microscope Observations
- Antoine van Leeuwenhoek referred to microorganisms as 'animalcules'.
- Robert Hooke observed and described cells in 1665.
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Test your knowledge of pharmaceutical microbiology and parasitology with this quiz! This quiz covers topics such as microscope preparation, culture media, microbial techniques, and staining techniques. See how well you understand the history, parts, functions, and types of microscopes.
