1.2.5: Exercise #2 Lab Wrap-Up

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    Lab Wrap-Up Questions
    Answer the following questions:
    1. Describe the proper way to transport a microscope.
    2. Describe the proper way to store the microscope after you have finished looking at your last microscope slide.
    3. Why is it important to use the fine adjustment knob only, when using the higher power objective lenses?
    4. Describe how total magnification is determined?
    5. Identify the indicated components of the microscope on the image below.
      Compound microscope with numbered labels identifying parts for a quiz.

      Credit: Sherry Smith

    6. You finish adjusting the focus of the specimen you are observing. The object appears as seen in the image below. What adjustment should be made for an ideal image? Explain your answer.
      Penicillum spp mold - microscope image - diagnose the problem

      Credit: Sherry Smith

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