Microscope calculations

Question 1

What are the 2 ways to calculate magnification?

Answer 1

Magnification = objective x eyepiece
Magnification = Image size/ Actual size

Question 2

How many micrometers are in 1 mm?

Answer 2

1mm = 1000μm

Question 3

What is the eqaution for working out “image size?”

Answer 3

Image size = actual size x magnification

Question 4

What is the equation for working out “actual size?”

Answer 4

Actual size = Image size / magnification

Question 5

What is meant by a “micrograph?”

Answer 5

Micrograph: picture taken through microscope

Question 6

How would you work out the image size of a cell if given on paper?

Answer 6

To work out image size, measure the length with a ruler.