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What is the primary function of immersion oil in microscopy?
What is the primary function of immersion oil in microscopy?
- To lubricate the lens and prevent scratches during movement.
- To increase the refractive index of the medium between the objective lens and the specimen, minimizing light scattering and improving resolution. (correct)
- To act as a sealant, preventing the entry of dust and particles into the microscope.
- To enhance the contrast of the image by absorbing specific wavelengths of light.
What is the relationship between the resolving power of a microscope and the minimum distance between two objects that can be seen as separate entities?
What is the relationship between the resolving power of a microscope and the minimum distance between two objects that can be seen as separate entities?
- The resolving power is independent of the minimum distance, meaning the ability to distinguish objects is unrelated to the distance between them.
- The resolving power is directly proportional to the minimum distance, meaning a higher resolving power requires objects to be farther apart to be distinguished.
- The resolving power is inversely proportional to the minimum distance, meaning a higher resolving power allows for the distinction of objects closer together. (correct)
- The resolving power is a logarithmic function of the minimum distance, meaning there is a non-linear relationship between them.
What is the total magnification of a microscope with an objective lens magnification of 40x and an eyepiece magnification of 10x?
What is the total magnification of a microscope with an objective lens magnification of 40x and an eyepiece magnification of 10x?
- 400x (correct)
- 50x
- 10x
- 40x
Which mechanical component of a microscope is responsible for adjusting the position of the condenser vertically?
Which mechanical component of a microscope is responsible for adjusting the position of the condenser vertically?
What is the primary function of the mechanical stage in a microscope?
What is the primary function of the mechanical stage in a microscope?
What is the typical magnification range of ocular lenses?
What is the typical magnification range of ocular lenses?
Which of the following is NOT a key component of the mechanical elements of a microscope?
Which of the following is NOT a key component of the mechanical elements of a microscope?
Which component of the microscope is responsible for creating the magnified image that is viewed through the eyepiece?
Which component of the microscope is responsible for creating the magnified image that is viewed through the eyepiece?
What is the primary function of the lighting system in an optical microscope?
What is the primary function of the lighting system in an optical microscope?
Which component of the microscope is responsible for concentrating light to illuminate the specimen?
Which component of the microscope is responsible for concentrating light to illuminate the specimen?
How do immersion lenses enhance the observation of a specimen?
How do immersion lenses enhance the observation of a specimen?
What type of image do lenses in a microscope create?
What type of image do lenses in a microscope create?
What is the role of the diaphragm in a microscope?
What is the role of the diaphragm in a microscope?
Which type of lens typically allows for higher magnification in microscopy?
Which type of lens typically allows for higher magnification in microscopy?
What is the typical maximum magnification achieved by dry lenses?
What is the typical maximum magnification achieved by dry lenses?
What is the significance of using immersion oil in microscopy?
What is the significance of using immersion oil in microscopy?
What happens during the G1 phase of interphase?
What happens during the G1 phase of interphase?
Which phase immediately precedes the M phase in the cell cycle?
Which phase immediately precedes the M phase in the cell cycle?
During which phase does the DNA content increase from 2n to 4n?
During which phase does the DNA content increase from 2n to 4n?
What characterizes the G0 phase of the cell cycle?
What characterizes the G0 phase of the cell cycle?
What key event occurs during the transition from the G2 phase to the M phase?
What key event occurs during the transition from the G2 phase to the M phase?
In which of the following situations might a cell enter the G0 phase?
In which of the following situations might a cell enter the G0 phase?
What are the two main processes that make up the M phase?
What are the two main processes that make up the M phase?
What occurs during the G2 phase before mitosis starts?
What occurs during the G2 phase before mitosis starts?
What occurs during prophase in mitosis?
What occurs during prophase in mitosis?
What is the main event that characterizes prometaphase?
What is the main event that characterizes prometaphase?
During which phase do chromatids align at the equatorial plane?
During which phase do chromatids align at the equatorial plane?
What happens during anaphase?
What happens during anaphase?
Which process follows telophase in cell division?
Which process follows telophase in cell division?
What is the role of the contractile ring in cytokinesis?
What is the role of the contractile ring in cytokinesis?
Which structures allow chromatids to attach to spindle microtubules during prometaphase?
Which structures allow chromatids to attach to spindle microtubules during prometaphase?
What happens to the chromosomes at the conclusion of telophase?
What happens to the chromosomes at the conclusion of telophase?
What is the primary function of the G1 phase in the cell cycle?
What is the primary function of the G1 phase in the cell cycle?
Which phase of the cell cycle is characterized by chromosome condensation?
Which phase of the cell cycle is characterized by chromosome condensation?
During which phase of the cell cycle do metabolic activities peak and chromosomes are in a non-condensed state?
During which phase of the cell cycle do metabolic activities peak and chromosomes are in a non-condensed state?
What is the outcome of the S phase in the cell cycle?
What is the outcome of the S phase in the cell cycle?
What role does the cell-cycle control system serve?
What role does the cell-cycle control system serve?
Which of the following best describes the function of the G2 phase?
Which of the following best describes the function of the G2 phase?
What is a key characteristic of the chromatin state during interphase?
What is a key characteristic of the chromatin state during interphase?
How does the cell cycle contribute to the growth and regeneration of organisms?
How does the cell cycle contribute to the growth and regeneration of organisms?
During which phase of mitosis do chromosomes align at the equatorial plane of the cell?
During which phase of mitosis do chromosomes align at the equatorial plane of the cell?
What is the key characteristic of anaphase in mitosis?
What is the key characteristic of anaphase in mitosis?
In which mitotic phase do chromosomes condense and become visible under a microscope?
In which mitotic phase do chromosomes condense and become visible under a microscope?
Which phase follows metaphase during mitosis?
Which phase follows metaphase during mitosis?
What happens to the nuclear envelope during prophase?
What happens to the nuclear envelope during prophase?
Which of the following best describes telophase in mitosis?
Which of the following best describes telophase in mitosis?
What do we observe during cytokinesis?
What do we observe during cytokinesis?
How are double and single chromatids present during the stages of mitosis?
How are double and single chromatids present during the stages of mitosis?
Flashcards
Optical Microscope
Optical Microscope
A device used to magnify small objects in biology.
Optical System
Optical System
The part of a microscope that lights and magnifies the specimen.
Mechanical System
Mechanical System
The components of the microscope that position the optical system.
Condenser
Condenser
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Diaphragm
Diaphragm
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Dry Lens
Dry Lens
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Immersion Lens
Immersion Lens
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Resolution
Resolution
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Ocular Lens
Ocular Lens
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Total Magnification
Total Magnification
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Resolving Power
Resolving Power
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Mechanical Stage
Mechanical Stage
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Coarse Adjustment Knob
Coarse Adjustment Knob
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Fine Adjustment Knob
Fine Adjustment Knob
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Nose Piece (Revolver)
Nose Piece (Revolver)
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Cell Cycle
Cell Cycle
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Interphase
Interphase
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Phases of Interphase
Phases of Interphase
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G1 Phase
G1 Phase
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S Phase
S Phase
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G2 Phase
G2 Phase
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M Phase
M Phase
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Chromosome Condensation
Chromosome Condensation
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Mitosis
Mitosis
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Karyokinesis
Karyokinesis
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Cytokinesis
Cytokinesis
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Chromosome Duplication
Chromosome Duplication
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Prophase
Prophase
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Metaphase
Metaphase
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Anaphase
Anaphase
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Telophase
Telophase
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Chromatids
Chromatids
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Apical Meristem
Apical Meristem
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Onion Root Cells
Onion Root Cells
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Prometaphase
Prometaphase
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Mitotic spindle
Mitotic spindle
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Kinetochores
Kinetochores
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Study Notes
Microscopic Observations of Mitotic Divisions
- Theoretical Part: A student should know the structure of an optical microscope and the phases of mitosis.
Microscope Construction
- Optical and Mechanical Systems: Microscopes combine optical (lighting and magnifying) and mechanical (positioning) systems.
- Optical System: The first part focuses on optimal illumination, the second magnifies the image.
- Mechanical System: Positioning of individual optical system elements.
- Image Characteristics: The resulting image is magnified, and virtual.
Optical Elements
- Light Source: Modern microscopes use a built-in light bulb with a reflector. Light intensity adjusts based on magnification.
- Condenser: A set of lenses concentrate light into a cone to illuminate the specimen.
- Diaphragm: Controls the amount of light entering the condenser.
- Lenses: Magnify the image, creating a real image of the specimen. Dry lenses magnify up to 60 times, immersion lenses up to 150 times. Immersion oil is used with immersion lenses for enhanced resolution up to 0.16 µm.
- Ocular Lens (Eyepiece): Creates a virtual magnified image; magnification typically ranges from 2-30 times.
- Immersion Oil: Used with immersion lenses, increasing resolution.
Mechanical Elements
- Base and Arm: Provide structural rigidity.
- Mechanical Stage: Allows for horizontal movement to change the field of view.
Cell Cycle
- Interphase: The period between mitotic divisions. It involves G1 (pre-DNA synthesis), S (DNA synthesis), and G2 (pre-division) phases.
- M Phase (Mitosis): The actual division of the cell nucleus. Consists of prophase, prometaphase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase, followed by cytokinesis.
Mitosis Phases
- Prophase: Chromatin condenses, chromosomes become visible, and the mitotic spindle forms outside the nucleus.
- Prometaphase: The nuclear envelope breaks down. Chromosomes attach to the spindle microtubules.
- Metaphase: Chromosomes align in the equatorial plane of the spindle.
- Anaphase: Sister chromatids separate and move to opposite poles of the cell.
- Telophase: Daughter chromosomes reach the spindle poles, new nuclear envelopes form, and two nuclei are formed.
Cytokinesis
- Cytoplasmic Division: The cell cytoplasm divides, creating two daughter cells, each with one nucleus.
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