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What is a high power objective lens?
A high power objective lens is a microscope lens with a high magnification level, used for viewing specimens in fine detail. It allows for closer inspection of specific features or structures of the specimen.
What part of the microscope should be turned to obtain a clear image under high power?
I believe it's the coarse adjustment.
What part of the microscope should a student turn to obtain a clearer image under high power?
Fine Adjustment knob
Does a compound microscope have only one lens?
No, a compound microscope uses multiple lenses to magnify the image of a specimen. It typically has an objective lens close to the specimen and an eyepiece lens near the observer's eye. These lenses work together to provide high magnification and resolution.
What precautions must be taken when using a microscope when it is in high power lens?
Because you are at the highest magnification, only turn the fine adjustment knob when you are using the high-powered objective lens, and not the coarse adjustment. Otherwise you risk getting your sample out of focus, and you will probably only be able to refocusby starting with the lowest power objective lens.
What does it mean when a specimen is under low power magnification you can switch to high power magnification and have the specimen remain in reasonably good focus?
It means you have a good microscope.
What is the magnification of the specimen under lpo and hpo?
The magnification of the specimen under low power optics, lpo, is 10 times and the magnification of the specimen under high power optics, hpo, depends on the power of the microscope but is usually at least 500 times or more.
Which activity might lead to damage of a microscope and specimen?
Dropping the microscope or mishandling it can lead to damage, as well as using excessive force when adjusting the focus or moving the slides. Using improper cleaning methods or harsh chemicals can also damage the microscope and specimen.
How did the specimen appear under the microscope?
The specimen appeared as a collection of individual cells or particles, which were visible at a very high magnification. The color, shape, and arrangement of the specimen's components could be observed in detail under the microscope.
What two things must be true before the microscope can be switched to high power to zoom in on a specimen?
Before switching to high power, the specimen must be in focus and positioned in the center of the field of view under low power magnification. Additionally, the light source should be properly adjusted to provide clear illumination of the specimen at high power.
What is the lens that is used to find the specimen on a microscope?
You use the low power lens to find the specimen with a microscope. Once you have found the specimen on low power, you can switch to high power for greater magnification. Just be sure to use only the fine adjustment knobs for focusing on high power so the high power objective won't hit the slide.
How dows the procedure for using the microscope differ under high power as opposed to low power?
When using a microscope under high power, you typically start by locating the specimen using the coarse adjustment knob on low power before switching to high power for a more detailed view. Under high power, you may need to use the fine adjustment knob more delicately to focus due to the increased magnification. Additionally, the field of view is smaller under high power compared to low power.
Does the switch from low power to high power change the position of the image under microscope?
No, switching from low power to high power magnifies the image but does not change its position. The position of the image remains the same as long as the slide or specimen is not moved.
What microscope is used to focus under low power only?
Course Focus Knob- low Fine Focus Knob- high -MC
When looking at a specimen for the fir ts time under a microscope do you view with high power objective or lowest objective fir ts?
first view with low power then gradually increase the power. hope it helped you!
Why must the specimen be centered before switching to high power on a microscope?
Centering the specimen before switching to high power on a microscope helps ensure that the area you want to observe is in focus and at the center of the field of view. This is important because high power magnification has a narrower field of view and lower depth of field, making it more challenging to locate and focus on the specimen if it is not first centered.
Say you were observing a specimen on the low power objective when you switch to high power the specimen is no longer visible why?
The high power objective has a shorter focal length and narrower field of view compared to the low power objective. This can cause the specimen to move out of the field of view when switching from low to high power, especially if it was not centered properly. Adjusting the mechanical stage to re-center the specimen or refocusing the microscope may help bring the specimen back into view on high power.
