Microscope Exploration
A Grade 7 science worksheet to explore the parts and functions of a microscope.
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Microscope Exploration Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your knowledge. Refer to the diagram of the microscope provided.
Figure 1: Parts of a Microscope
1. The is used to focus the image under low power.
2. You look through the (eyepiece) to view the specimen.
3. The holds the slide in place on the stage.
4. The adjusts the amount of light passing through the specimen.
1. Which part of the microscope allows you to switch between different objective lenses?
Stage clips
Revolving nosepiece
Fine adjustment knob
Light source
2. What is the primary function of the objective lenses?
To illuminate the specimen
To hold the slide
To magnify the specimen
To adjust the focus
1. The coarse adjustment knob should be used with the high power objective lens.
True
False
2. The total magnification of a microscope is calculated by multiplying the eyepiece magnification by the objective lens magnification.
True
False
1. Explain the proper way to carry a microscope.
2. Describe the function of the stage on a microscope.
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