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Microbiology
Qz1 lab
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Microbiology
Undergraduate 1
01/24/2018

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Term
ocular
Definition
a lense of a given magnification, which is probably engraved on the rim
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Revolving Nosepiece
Definition
Grooved. This plate which is capable of rotation, allows you to utilize objectives of different magnification
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Objectives
Definition
Lenses of varying magnification. The values (10x,43x and 100x) are usually engraved on them
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Name the different types of Objectives
Definition
Scanning lens- less than low power red low power- lens with the least magnification often 10x- yellow high power- lens with greater magnification. Often 40x high oil immersion objective- lens with greatist magnification least likely used in this course white 100x
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Arm
Definition
handle for holding and positioning microscope
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Stage
Definition
Platform upon which the slide is positioned for focusing
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Course adjustment
Definition
Initial focusing Larger knobs on both sides of the base of the arm that allow for refinement of detail in focusing
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Fine adjustment
Definition
Refinement detail focusing. Smaller knobs on both sides of the base of the arm that allow for refinement of detail in focusing.
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What are the types of objectives? And what colors are they usually?
Definition
Scanning
Low power= 10
High power= 43
Oil immersion= 100x white/clear
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How do calculate the total magnification of the object you are viewing? How is it written?
Definition
multiply the power of the ocular x power of the objective = Tm
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Where do you always remember to put culture tubes ?
Definition
Both broth and slants go in blue rack
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