Microscopes and Cells Flashcards
1
Q
What is a coarse focusing wheel?
A
It moves the stage up and down to focus.
2
Q
What is the mirror for?
A
It shines light upwards through the slide and lens.
3
Q
What is the objective lens for?
A
It magnifies the image.
4
Q
What is the slide for?
A
It holds the specimen to be viewed.
5
Q
What is a cell membrane?
A
it controls what enters/leaves.
6
Q
What is a nucleus?
A
it controls the cell.
7
Q
What is a cytoplasm?
A
Most of the cell’s activities happen here.
8
Q
What is the cell wall?
A
Supports the cell and keeps it rigid
9
Q
What is the difference between the Phloem and Xylem of a plant?
A
- The phloem transports organic nutrients/food
- The xylem transports water
