The Distance Between the Objective Lens and the Microscope Stage

Question

The distance between the objective lens and the microscope stage is called the ________.
A) mechanical stage
B) working distance
C) resolving power
D) total magnification

Accepted Answer

Working distance is the distance between the objective lens and the specimen placed on the microscope stage. It varies depending on the type of objective lens used and affects the focusing and clarity of the image. The other options (A, C, and D) do not refer to the distance between the objective lens and the stage.