Multiple Choice
What was the significance of the invention of the microscope in 1666?
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9. Microscopes
Introduction to Microscopes
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What is the primary function of the revolving nosepiece on a compound light microscope?
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To adjust the intensity of the light source
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To focus the specimen by moving the stage up and down
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To secure the slide in place during observation
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To hold and allow easy switching between objective lenses
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Understand the components of a compound light microscope and their functions.
Identify the revolving nosepiece as the part that holds the objective lenses.
Recognize that the revolving nosepiece allows the user to rotate and switch between different objective lenses easily.
Note that this function enables changing magnification without removing or adjusting the slide.
Conclude that the primary function of the revolving nosepiece is to hold and allow easy switching between objective lenses.
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