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Question
When beginning to view a specimen on a light microscope, which objective lens power should generally be selected first?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Step 4, 'Start with low power,' advises: 'Select the lowest power objective lens and use the coarse focus knob to bring the specimen into focus.' This allows for a broad overview before zooming in.
Hint
It's standard practice to survey the entire sample first to locate the area of interest.