Questions and Answers
What is the primary function of the base of a microscope?
Which part of the microscope is used to tilt the instrument for better viewing angles?
What is the purpose of the dust shield in a microscope?
Which component of the microscope is primarily responsible for adjusting the focus?
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What is the role of the revolving nosepiece in a microscope?
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Which part of the microscope is located at the upper smaller end of the body tube?
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Which component of the microscope is responsible for delicate focusing when using high power and oil immersion objectives?
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What should be routinely performed to maintain a microscope in good condition?
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What is the primary function of the stage in a microscope?
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What is a common type of objective lens used in compound microscopes?
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Which objective provides the highest magnification for viewing microorganisms and requires immersion oil?
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What is the role of the iris diaphragm in a microscope?
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Which component is located below the stage and is used to hold the mirror?
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What type of objective is the shortest and offers a whole view of the specimen?
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Which part of the microscope is designed to focus and concentrate light rays onto the specimen?
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Which adjustment mechanism should be used first when focusing on a slide at low power?
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What is the primary purpose of keeping the objective with the lowest linear magnification in place before returning the microscope?
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What should be used to clean the microscope's lenses to prevent smudging?
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Which of the following actions should be avoided when adjusting the microscope?
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How can you achieve the best illumination in the field of vision when using the microscope?
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What is one important precaution to take when handling the microscope?
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What does the field of vision refer to in microscope usage?
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When should the microscope be checked for defects or damage?
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Which component of the microscope should be lowered fully before storage?
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Study Notes
Components of the Compound Microscope
- Coarse Adjustment Knob: Larger wheel for low power objective focusing.
- Fine Adjustment Knob: Smaller wheel for precision focusing with high power and oil immersion objectives.
- Stage: Square or circular platform with a center opening for slide placement during focusing.
- Clips: Paired structures on the stage to secure the slide in position.
- Mirror Rack: Located below the stage, attached to the pillar for mirror support.
- Ocular/Eyepiece: Found at the draw tube, used for viewing specimens.
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Objectives: Tube-like structures on the revolving nosepiece:
- Scanner: Shortest tube providing a whole view of the specimen.
- Low Power Objective (LPO): Longer tube magnifying the object.
- High Power Objective (HPO): Even longer tube with detailed specimen view.
- Oil Immersion Objective: Long tube with a high degree of magnification, used with immersion oil for microorganism study.
- Mirror: Positioned below the stage, directing light onto the specimen via concave and plane surfaces.
- Iris Diaphragm: Circular blades below the stage that adjust light intensity from the mirror on the specimen.
- Condenser: Lens beneath the stage opening, focuses light onto the specimen.
Structure of the Microscope
- Base: Y or U-shaped support for the microscope.
- Pillar: Short metal piece supporting the microscope structure.
- Handle/Arm: Curved metallic component for holding the microscope.
- Inclination Joint/Screw: Joint enabling tilting of the microscope.
- Body Tube: Cylindrical structure housing the dust shield and objectives.
- Draw Tube: Upper smaller end of the body tube that includes the eyepiece.
- Revolving Nosepiece: Circular structure attached to the body tube's lower end for objective attachment.
- Dust Shield: Circular structure above the nosepiece protecting the lenses.
- Adjustment Knob: Two pairs of wheels on the body tube for focusing adjustments.
Proper Care for the Microscope
- Ensure the microscope is clean, dry, and dust-free; cover when not in use.
- Carry the microscope by grasping the arm with one hand and the base with the other, avoiding sudden movements.
- Avoid touching lenses with fingers; clean with lens paper if dirty.
- Prevent harsh contact of the lens with slides or covers; do not force adjustments.
- Ensure all adjustments function smoothly; avoid excessive turning of knobs.
- Before storage, position the lowest magnification objective, lower the body tube, retract the mechanical stage, and set the mirror vertically.
- Inspect the microscope for damage before use, reporting any issues to the instructor.
Using the Microscope
- Position the microscope near the table edge and select an appropriate stool for comfortable viewing.
- Look through the eyepiece with both eyes open, using the 10x objective.
- Adjust the mirror angle to achieve optimal illumination in the field of vision, which is the circular area visible through the eyepiece.
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This quiz covers the essential components of a microscope, focusing particularly on the coarse and fine adjustment knobs, as well as the stage. Test your knowledge on how these parts contribute to effective observation in scientific studies.
