Functions Of Different Parts Of The Light Microscope

Question 1

What is the function of the objective lenses

Answer 1

It is the main microscope lenses used to magnify tiny objects or examine minute specimens that are otherwise invisible to the naked eye
Low power objective lens=X4
Medium power objective lens=X10
High power objective lens=X40

Question 2

What is the function of the revolving nose piece

Answer 2

It rotates to help the user choose low, medium or high power objective lenses

Question 3

What is the function of the eyepiece lense

Answer 3

It multiplies and adjusts the magnification of objective lenses

Question 4

What is the function of the body tube

Answer 4

Connects the ocular to the objective lenses

Question 5

What is the function of the arm of the microscope

Answer 5

To support the tube and connect it to the base

Also for you to hold on to when carrying it

Question 6

What is the function of the mechanical stage

Answer 6

It is the platform where the object being examined is placed onto

Question 7

What is the function of the stage clips

Answer 7

It holds the specimen slides firmly on the stage and is needed when the microscope tilts

Question 8

What is the function of the iris diaphragm

Answer 8

It enables the user to regulate and adjust the amount of light onto the specimen that is being observed

Question 9

What is the function of the illuminator

Answer 9

Contains a bulb that provides light so people can see what is on the slide

Question 10

What is the function of the

Answer 10

Keeps the microscope steady and prevents any unwanted wobbling or shaking

Question 11

What is the function of the course adjustment knob

Answer 11

It is only used with the low power objective lens

Question 12

What is the function of the fine adjustment knob

Answer 12

Moves tubes and lenses up and down slower to put the specimen in the right position so it is exactly or perfectly in focus