Microscope Components and Their Functions

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Which component of a microscope is responsible for focusing or concentrating light into the plane of the object?

Mechanical stage

Substage condenser (correct)

Object stage

Glass slide

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

To hold the specimen firmly

To focus or concentrate light into the plane of the object (correct)

To move the slide easily and smoothly

To support the glass slide

What is the function of the object stage in a microscope?

To support the glass slide bearing the specimen (correct)

To focus or concentrate light into the plane of the object

To hold the specimen firmly

To move the slide easily and smoothly

What type of movement does a mechanical stage allow in a microscope?

Controlled movement in two directions Signup and view all the answers

Why should the object stage in a microscope be sturdy and perpendicular to the optical path?

To ensure accurate focusing of the light Signup and view all the answers

Which type of microscope uses visible light and magnifying lenses?

Light microscope Signup and view all the answers

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

To focus or concentrate light into the plane of the object Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the object stage in a microscope?

To hold the specimen Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of light in a light microscope?

Sunlight Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the object stage to be sturdy and perpendicular to the optical path?

To maintain the focus Signup and view all the answers

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Which component of a microscope is responsible for focusing or concentrating light into the plane of the object?

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

What is the function of the object stage in a microscope?

What type of movement does a mechanical stage allow in a microscope?

Why should the object stage in a microscope be sturdy and perpendicular to the optical path?

Which type of microscope uses visible light and magnifying lenses?

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

What is the function of the object stage in a microscope?

What is the source of light in a light microscope?

Why is it important for the object stage to be sturdy and perpendicular to the optical path?

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