Chapter 2 - The Microscope

Question 1

What is the function of the eye piece?

Answer 1

Magnifies the object by 10 (for example)

Question 2

What is the function of the nose piece?

Answer 2

It holds the different objective lenses

Question 3

What is the function of the Fine focus knob?

Answer 3

Allows for precise focusing

Question 4

What is the function of the coarse focus knob?

Answer 4

Brings the object roughly into focus

Question 5

What is the function of the base?

Answer 5

Supports the structure of the microscope

Question 6

What is the function of the stage?

Answer 6

Slides are places here

Question 7

What is the function of the arm?

Answer 7

To carry the microscope

Question 8

What is the function of the diaphragm?

Answer 8

Controls the amount of light coming through

Question 9

What is the function of the objective lenses?

Answer 9

To magnify the object

Question 10

What is the function of the light?

Answer 10

The light shines up through the object so you can see it

Question 11

What is the function of the clips?

Answer 11

Holds the slide in place

Question 12

____ ________ is the basis for the growth of an organism

Answer 12

Cell division