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MIC 121 Microscopes Objective Question

Question

In a bright-field microscope, how is the specimen typically illuminated and what component focuses this light?
Options
A By electron beams focused by magnets
B By ultraviolet light focused by the objective lens
C By tungsten light focused by a sub-stage condenser
Correct Answer
D By natural light focused by a simple lens
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 5 states that 'The specimen is illuminated by a beam of tungsten light focused on it by a sub-stage lens called a condenser'.

Hint

Consider the light source and the component located below the stage in a typical bright-field setup.

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