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Quiz # 2
1. What is the primary
purpose of magnification in
microscopy?
a) To enhance the color of the specimen
b) To increase the size of the specimen
c) To improve the clarity of the
specimen
d) To change the shape of the specimen
2. How does a compound
microscope differ from a simple
microscope?
a) Compound microscopes use only one lens, while
simple microscopes use multiple lenses.
b) Simple microscopes are only used in biology,
while compound microscopes are used in various
scientific fields.
c) Compound microscopes have higher
magnification capabilities compared to simple
microscopes.
d) There is no difference; the terms are
interchangeable.
3. Why are microscopes
important in scientific research?
a) To make small objects larger for
aesthetic purposes
b) To visualize and study tiny
structures that are not visible to the
naked eye
c) To replace the need for other
scientific instruments
d) To improve eyesight
4. What is the main difference
between magnification and resolution in
microscopy?
a) Magnification is the ability to distinguish
between two adjacent points, while resolution is the
increase in size.
b) Magnification is the increase in size, while
resolution is the ability to distinguish between two
adjacent points.
c) Magnification and resolution are synonymous
terms.
d) Magnification and resolution are not relevant in
microscopy.
5. What is a notable
characteristic of a compound
microscope?
a) It uses only one lens for magnification.
b) It is suitable for examining large
specimens.
c) It employs multiple lenses in a series for
increased magnification.
d) It lacks the ability to focus on
microscopic details
6. Why are microscopes
essential in the study of viruses?
a) To magnify viruses and make
them visible to the naked eye
b) To observe the internal
structure and details of viruses
c) To destroy viruses for analysis
d) To determine the color of
viruses
7. In terms of magnification,
which statement is true for a simple
microscope?
a) Provides higher magnification than a
compound microscope.
b) Generally has lower magnification
capabilities.
c) Both simple and compound microscopes
offer similar magnification.
d) Magnification is not a relevant factor in
simple microscopes.
8. How do simple and compound
microscopes differ in terms of their use
in scientific research?
a) Simple microscopes are preferred for advanced
research.
b) Compound microscopes are exclusively used in
astronomy.
c) Simple microscopes are suitable for basic
observations, while compound microscopes are used
for more detailed research.
d) Both microscopes are equally effective in all
scientific research applications.
9. Which of the following best
describes a simple microscope?
a) Utilizes multiple lenses to magnify
an object.
b) Consists of a single lens for
magnification.
c) c) Requires complex sample
preparation techniques.
d) Only used for macroscopic
observations
10. What is a common
application of a simple microscope?
a) Detailed biological research.
b) Observing large geological
formations.
c) Jewelers use it to examine and
inspect jewelry.
d) Examining visible celestial bodies.