HESI Biology Unit 6 Microscope Exam
Questions and Answers 100% Pass
What is the total magnification of a 10x ocular and 40x objective? - ANSWER-
400x (multiply the two given powers)
What is the part of the microscope that the specimen is placed on? - ANSWER-the
stage
What is usually the power of the ocular lens of a microscope? - ANSWER-10x
Use this quiz to practice naming all microscope parts:
https://www.sporcle.com/games/MacHater/parts-of-a-microscope - ANSWER-
How'd you do?
Is used to support the microscope when carried - ANSWER-arm
Holds the slide in place. - ANSWER-stage clips
Moves the stage slightly to sharpen the image. - ANSWER-fine adjustment knob
You look through to see the specimen. - ANSWER-ocular lens
Is used to regulate the amount of light on the specimen. - ANSWER-diaphragm
Supports the microscope. - ANSWER-base
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Questions and Answers 100% Pass
What is the total magnification of a 10x ocular and 40x objective? - ANSWER-
400x (multiply the two given powers)
What is the part of the microscope that the specimen is placed on? - ANSWER-the
stage
What is usually the power of the ocular lens of a microscope? - ANSWER-10x
Use this quiz to practice naming all microscope parts:
https://www.sporcle.com/games/MacHater/parts-of-a-microscope - ANSWER-
How'd you do?
Is used to support the microscope when carried - ANSWER-arm
Holds the slide in place. - ANSWER-stage clips
Moves the stage slightly to sharpen the image. - ANSWER-fine adjustment knob
You look through to see the specimen. - ANSWER-ocular lens
Is used to regulate the amount of light on the specimen. - ANSWER-diaphragm
Supports the microscope. - ANSWER-base
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