Microscopy

Question 1

What is the function of a microscope in biology?
a) To magnify objects to view tiny things
b) To analyze chemical compositions
c) To perform wireless communication
d) To measure distances accurately

Answer 1

a) To magnify objects to view tiny things

Question 2

What is the formula for total magnification in a microscope?
a) Magnification of ocular lens - Magnification of objective lens
b) Magnification of objective lens + Magnification of ocular lens
c) Magnification of ocular lens x Magnification of objective lens
d) Magnification of ocular lens ÷ Magnification of objective lens

Answer 2

c) Magnification of ocular lens x Magnification of objective lens

Question 3

What is resolution in microscopy?
a) The rendering of detail
b) The enlargement of objects
c) The ability to view microscopic bacterial cells
d) The ability to distinguish colors

Answer 3

a) The rendering of detail

Question 4

What is depth of field in microscopy?
a) The distance through which you can move the specimen and still have it in focus
b) The measurement of how deep the microscope can magnify
c) The ability to view three-dimensional objects
d) The clarity of the image produced by the microscope

Answer 4

a) The distance through which you can move the specimen and still have it in focus

Question 5

What is an important precaution when handling a microscope?
a) Placing it in direct sunlight for better visibility
b) Using paper towels to clean the lenses
c) Removing parts of the microscope for cleaning
d) Carrying it with two hands, one grasping the arm and the other supporting the base

Answer 5

d) Carrying it with two hands, one grasping the arm and the other supporting the base

Question 6

What is the purpose of cleaning the lenses in a microscope?
a) To increase the depth of field
b) To improve the resolution
c) To decrease the magnification
d) To change the color rendering

Answer 6

b) To improve the resolution

Question 7

What is the recommended cleaning material for microscope lenses?
a) Lens paper or gauze with cleaning solution
b) Fingers or handkerchief
c) Paper towels or tissues
d) Cotton swabs or cotton balls

Answer 7

a) Lens paper or gauze with cleaning solution

Question 8

What is the recommended table placement for a microscope?
a) On an uneven surface
b) On a soft cushion
c) On a flat, solid support
d) On a slanted angle

Answer 8

c) On a flat, solid support

Question 9

What should be the position of the nosepiece when putting away a microscope?
a) The highest magnification objective
b) The lowest scanning objective
c) Any objective lens
d) The objective lens currently in use

Answer 9

b) The lowest scanning objective (4x)