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What is the typical magnification of ocular lenses in a light microscope?
What is the typical magnification of ocular lenses in a light microscope?
The coarse adjustment knob should be used for fine focusing under high power.
The coarse adjustment knob should be used for fine focusing under high power.
False (B)
What part of the microscope connects the eyepiece to the objective lenses?
What part of the microscope connects the eyepiece to the objective lenses?
head or body tube
The objective lenses are mounted on the ______.
The objective lenses are mounted on the ______.
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Which part of the microscope supports its weight and contains the light source?
Which part of the microscope supports its weight and contains the light source?
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The iris diaphragm is located above the condenser.
The iris diaphragm is located above the condenser.
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What is secured to the stage using stage clips?
What is secured to the stage using stage clips?
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Match the microscope part with its function:
Match the microscope part with its function:
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Study Notes
Microscope Types
- Light microscopes use optical lenses and light to magnify images
Parts of a Light Microscope
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Ocular Lenses (Eyepieces):
- One or two removable lenses
- Used to view the specimen
- Typically have 10X magnification
- May have a pointer to identify specific areas
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Head (or Body Tube):
- Connects the eyepiece to the objective lenses
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Arm:
- Straight or curved vertical part
- Connects the body tube to the base
- Used to carry the microscope
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Base:
- Supports the microscope
- Contains the light source
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Light Source (Illuminator):
- Sends light upwards through the condenser lens
- Directs light onto the specimen
- Older microscopes used a mirror
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Revolving/Rotating Nose Piece:
- Holds the objective lenses
- Allows switching between different objective magnifications
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Objective Lenses:
- Typically 3 or 4
- Mounted on the revolving nosepiece
- Common magnifications: 4X (scanning), 10X (low), 40X (high), and 100X (oil immersion)
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Condenser:
- Lens below the stage
- Focuses light from the illuminator through the stage hole
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Iris Diaphragm:
- Located beneath the condenser
- Adjustable dial to control the amount of light reaching the specimen
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Stage:
- Flat platform
- Holds the slide
- Allows movement of the slide
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Stage Clips:
- Secure the slide on the stage
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Coarse Adjustment Knob:
- Used for initial focusing, primarily with low power
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Fine Adjustment Knob:
- Used for precise focusing, especially with higher magnification
Calculating Magnification
- Multiply the magnification of the ocular lens by the magnification of the objective lens to find the overall magnification
Electron Microscope
- Electron microscopes use an electron beam
- Electromagnets act as lenses
- Two types: Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)
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Explore the different types of microscopes and learn about the essential parts of a light microscope. This quiz covers the functions of each component, from ocular lenses to the light source, enhancing your understanding of microscopy. Perfect for biology students or anyone interested in the microscopic world.
