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What is the function of the mechanical stage in a microscope?
What is the function of the mechanical stage in a microscope?
- To collect and focus light
- To magnify the image
- To visualize the specimen
- To hold the specimen for viewing (correct)
Which part of the microscope is used to collect and focus light from the illuminator into the specimen?
Which part of the microscope is used to collect and focus light from the illuminator into the specimen?
- Condenser (correct)
- Aperture
- Objective Lens
- Eyepiece
What is the least magnification power of the objective lens in a standard microscope?
What is the least magnification power of the objective lens in a standard microscope?
- 10x (correct)
- 40x
- 100x
- 30x
Which knobs are used for focusing the microscope?
Which knobs are used for focusing the microscope?
Which adjustment knob moves the stage up and down rapidly to bring the object into focus?
Which adjustment knob moves the stage up and down rapidly to bring the object into focus?
What is the purpose of the Adjustment Knidos?
What is the purpose of the Adjustment Knidos?