6.2.4.2 - Microscope
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Practice Questions
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What two lenses are typically used in a microscope?
💡 Hint: Think of the parts that magnify the image.
What does the term magnifying power refer to?
💡 Hint: It's about enlargement!
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What is the primary function of the objective lens?
💡 Hint: It is the lens closest to the object.
True or False: The total magnifying power equals the sum of the individual lenses' powers.
💡 Hint: Think about how multiplication works for powers.
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You have a microscope with an eyepiece of 12x and two objective lenses with magnifications of 40x and 100x. Calculate the total magnification for each objective setup and discuss potential visual challenges.
💡 Hint: Lengthy explanations might help visualize the problems at high magnifications.
Explain how the quality of the eyepiece can impact the observation of a specimen in terms of clarity and detail.
💡 Hint: Keep in mind the precision of lenses and their interaction.
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