Transmission Electron Microscope Basics

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What is the primary function of the eyepieces or oculars in a stereomicroscope?

Supporting the microscope head

Magnifying the image captured by the objective lenses (correct)

Adjusting the focus of the microscope

Directing light through the specimen

What is the function of the focus block in a stereomicroscope?

Focusing the microscope for clear observation (correct)

Reflecting light from the surface of an object

Attaching the microscope head to the stand

Adjusting and controlling the magnification of the lenses

What is the purpose of the luminous stand in a stereomicroscope setup?

Attaching different focus blocks to the microscope head

Magnifying the image captured by the objective lenses

Housing the optical components of the microscope

Supporting the microscope and providing illumination (correct)

Which part of a stereomicroscope holds the eyepieces in place above the objective lens?

Eyepiece tube Signup and view all the answers

What are the two primary optical systems found in a stereomicroscope?

Eyepiece Lenses and Objective Lenses Signup and view all the answers

In a stereomicroscope, what do objective lenses primarily provide?

Fixed magnification Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the condenser lens in a transmission electron microscope (TEM)?

To illuminate the specimen with a uniform electron beam Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between a thermionic gun and a field emission gun (FEG) in a TEM?

Thermionic guns use a tungsten or lanthanum hexaboride filament, while FEGs employ a thermally assisted cold field emitter or Schottky emitter Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the objective lens in a TEM?

To provide the formation of either the image or diffraction pattern of the specimen Signup and view all the answers

How can the condenser lens in a TEM be used to control the electron beam?

The condenser lens can be used to defocus the electron beam above or below the specimen Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the aperture in a TEM?

To control the beam current and size of the illuminated area on the specimen Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the fluorescent screen in a TEM?

To allow the image to be viewed or recorded, either by an image plate or a CCD camera Signup and view all the answers

In a transmission electron microscope (TEM), which component is responsible for generating the electron beam?

Electron gun Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the fluorescent screen in a TEM?

To convert the electron beam into a visible image Signup and view all the answers

Which component in a TEM is responsible for focusing the electron beam onto the specimen?

Condenser lens Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using a TEM over a light microscope?

Higher resolution due to shorter wavelength of electrons Signup and view all the answers

Which component in a TEM is responsible for magnifying the image?

Objective lens Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using a TEM over a scanning electron microscope (SEM)?

Ability to view thicker specimens Signup and view all the answers

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