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What is the primary function of the diopter adjustment in a microscope?
What is the primary function of the diopter adjustment in a microscope?
Which part of the microscope is responsible for holding the objective lenses?
Which part of the microscope is responsible for holding the objective lenses?
What purpose does the condenser serve in a microscope?
What purpose does the condenser serve in a microscope?
Which part controls the light intensity in a microscope?
Which part controls the light intensity in a microscope?
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What is the function of the coarse adjustment knob on a microscope?
What is the function of the coarse adjustment knob on a microscope?
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The stage clips are used to hold the slide in place on the stage.
The stage clips are used to hold the slide in place on the stage.
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The iris diaphragm is responsible for holding the objective lenses in place.
The iris diaphragm is responsible for holding the objective lenses in place.
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The illuminator is typically located at the top of the microscope.
The illuminator is typically located at the top of the microscope.
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The focus knobs are used to adjust the sharpness of the specimen.
The focus knobs are used to adjust the sharpness of the specimen.
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The aperture in a microscope is designed to block light from passing through the stage.
The aperture in a microscope is designed to block light from passing through the stage.
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Study Notes
Microscope Parts
- Eye Piece Lens (Ocular Lens): Used to view the magnified image.
- Diopter Adjustment: Used to adjust focus for different eye strengths.
- Nose Piece: Holds the objective lenses.
- Objective Lens: Magnify the specimen.
- Stage Clip: Holds the specimen slide in place.
- Aperture: Allows light to pass through the specimen.
- Diaphragm: Controls the amount of light.
- Condenser: Concentrates light on the specimen.
- Illuminator (Light Source): Provides light for viewing.
- Eye Piece Tube: Connects the eyepieces to the head.
- Head: Upper part of the microscope.
- Arm (Carrying Handle): Used to carry the microscope.
- Glass Slide: Holds the specimen.
- Mechanical Stage: Platform to move the slide.
- Coarse Adjustment Knob: Moves the stage up and down for initial focusing.
- Fine Adjustment Knob: Makes precise focus adjustments.
- Stage Control Knobs: Controls the movement of the mechanical stage.
- Base: Supports the microscope.
- Brightness Adjustment: Controls the intensity of the light.
- Light Switch: Turns the light on/off
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This quiz covers the essential parts of a microscope and their functions. Learn about components like the eye piece lens, objective lens, and diaphragm. Test your knowledge and understanding of how each part contributes to microscopy.
