11 Questions
What is the fundamental structural and functional unit of all living beings?
The cell
Who invented the first microscope?
Antony van Leeuwenhoek
What type of microscope did Antony van Leeuwenhoek invent?
Simple microscope
What is the highest magnifying power of Leeuwenhoek's microscopes mentioned in the text?
200 times
How many microscopes did Antony van Leeuwenhoek construct?
400
What is the smallest part of the body of an organism that is capable of independent existence and performing essential life functions?
The cell
What was the purpose of using two lenses in Robert Hooke's microscope?
To achieve greater magnification
Where was the object placed in Robert Hooke's microscope?
On the stage below
How did Robert Hooke's microscope illuminate the object being observed?
With light from an oil flame thrown by a concave mirror
What was the purpose of the lens screw in Leeuwenhoek's simple microscope?
To mount the object
Which part of Leeuwenhoek's microscope did the observer apply close to the lens?
The eye
Test your knowledge on the history of microscopy with questions about the microscopes developed by Leeuwenhoek and Robert Hooke. Learn about the evolution of microscope design and magnification techniques.
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