4.2 (c) Post-experiment questions- Prepare and examine a plant cell
1. Name the parts on the diagram of the light microscope.
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2. Give the function of the parts
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3. If the structure labeled A is marked X 10 and the structure labeled D is marked X 40
what is the total magnification of the object?
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4. Describe how you prepared a plant cell for examination under the microscope.
Include details of the stain used and why.
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5. Why is it advised to observe cells under low power first?
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6. Describe how you prepared an animal cell for examination under the microscope.
Include details of the stain used and why.
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7. All cells are small. A microscope is therefore needed to observe the detailed
structure of cells. Small cell size is essential for a high rate of metabolism.
Explain the underlined term.
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8. Name the kingdom whose members do not have a nucleus in their cells.
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9. You are given two slides, one with plant and one animal tissue.
(a) Using labeled diagrams show the procedure used to complete the preparation
of the two stained slides for viewing under the microscope.
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(b)Give one safety precaution followed during this investigation.
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10. (a) If making a plant cell slide to view under the microscope state the source of the
plant cells.
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(b) From exactly what location in the plant are the cells extracted?
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(c) Outline how you used the microscope to view the slide.
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(d) Draw a labelled diagram to show the results obtained.
(e) How do you ensure that the lenses are in place properly?
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(f)What holds the slide in place on the stage?
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