Module 2: Microscopy

Question 1

is an instrument that magnifies objects otherwise too small to be seen, producing an image in which the object appears larger.

Answer 1

microscope

Question 2

The parts of the microscope can be classified as

Answer 2

Mechanical/supporting, magnifying, illuminating

Question 3

parts of the microscope used to support and adjust the parts

Answer 3

Mechanical/supporting

Question 4

parts of the microscope used to enlarge the specimen

Answer 4

magnifying

Question 5

parts of the microscope used to provide light

Answer 5

illuminating

Question 6

is the process of enlarging something only in appearance, not in physical size.

Answer 6

Magnification

Question 7

Magnification is the function of a two-lens system

Answer 7

the ocular lens which is found in the eyepiece, and the objective lens which is situated in a revolving nosepiece.

Question 8

Magnification is measured by multiples, such as

Answer 8

4x, 10x, 40x and 100x

Question 9

total magnification

Answer 9

power of the objective (4X, 10X, 40x) and multiply by the power of the eyepiece, usually 10X.

Question 10

This is the ability of a lens to show two adjacent objects as separate entities.

Answer 10

Resolving Power or Resolution

Question 11

In a microscope, we ordinarily observe things within a circular space (or field) as defined by the lenses. We refer to this observable area as

Answer 11

field of view (FOV)

Question 12

is required for efficient magnification and resolving power.

Answer 12

illumination

Question 13

is greatest on the lowest power objective. Each time you switch to a higher power, it is reduced.

Answer 13

depth of focus