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Parts of a compound microscope

Quiz by Benji Farrell

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  • Q1
    What part of a compound microscope is used to change the objective lenses?
    Stage clips
    Revolving nosepiece
    Base
    Coarse adjustment knob
    30s
  • Q2
    Which part of a compound microscope is used to enlarge the image of the specimen?
    Eyepiece
    Mirror
    Objective lens
    Stage
    30s
  • Q3
    What component of the microscope allows you to look through it and see the magnified image?
    Objective lens
    Stage clips
    Eyepiece
    Diaphragm
    30s
  • Q4
    What part of a compound microscope is commonly used for adjusting the focus of the specimen?
    Illuminator
    Fine adjustment knob
    Base
    Coarse adjustment knob
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the purpose of the arm on a compound microscope?
    Magnifies the image
    Controls the light intensity
    Supports the body and connects parts
    Holds the specimen in place
    30s
  • Q6
    What is the function of the coarse adjustment knob on a compound microscope?
    Controls the light intensity
    Supports the eyepiece
    Holds the slide in place
    Moves the stage up and down for initial focusing
    30s
  • Q7
    Which part of the microscope allows you to see the detailed structure of a specimen?
    Objective lens
    Cover slip
    Diaphragm
    Stage
    30s
  • Q8
    Which of the following is NOT one of the six characteristics of living things?
    They grow and develop
    They respond to their environment
    They reproduce
    They can move on their own
    30s
  • Q9
    Which of the following describes the ability of living things to react to changes in their surroundings?
    Metabolism
    Growth
    Response to stimuli
    Homeostasis
    30s
  • Q10
    Which characteristic of living things is mainly responsible for changes in an organism's size and structure over time?
    Reproduction
    Growth and development
    Metabolism
    Homeostasis
    30s

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