Cell Theory and Light Microscopes

Question 1

What is cell theory

Answer 1

the idea that cells are the basic structural component of all living organisms

Question 2

Light Microscope labels

Answer 2

Eyepeice,
Objective lenses
light
stage
base
arm
fine focus
course focus

Question 3

What is Magnification

Answer 3

the degree to which the size of an image is larger than the object itself.

Question 4

Resolution

Answer 4

the degree to which it is possible to distinguish between 2 objects that are very close together. The higher the resolution, the greater detail you can see.

Question 5

Specimen of Onion Cells Practical with Microscope

Answer 5

1. Take a peice of onion membrane
2. Place flat across the surface of the slide
3. Add a few drops of iodine
4. Place a cover slip on the specimen
5. Observe it under the microscope