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Parts of a Microscope Flashcards

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What is the function of the microscope base?

A

Serve as base for microscope

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What is the function of the microscope coarse adjustment knob?

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Moves stage up and down

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What is the function of the microscope diaphragm?

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Controls brightness of light sources

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What is the function of the microscope objectives?

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Magnify image

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What is the function of the microscope body tube?

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Separate objectives and eyepiece

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What is the function of the microscope arm

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Join together parts of the microscope

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What is the function of the microscope ocular lens?

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Magnify image so it is visible to the human eye

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What is the function of the microscope stage?

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Where specimen is placed for observation

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What is the function of the microscope fine adjustment knob?

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Focus image when viewing at high magnification

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What is the function of the microscope revolving nosepiece?

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Hold two or more objective lenses

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What is the function of the microscope light source?

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Shines light on object on slide

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12
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What is the function of the microscope stage clips?

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Hold the slide in place

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13
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What is another name for the ocular lens?

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Eyepiece

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14
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How should a microscope be carried?

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One hand under base
One hand holding arm

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15
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What is resolution?

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The ability to distinguish between two objects

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