Measuring Objects Seen With A Light Microscope Flashcards
1
Q
What is an eyepiece graticule?
A
A measuring device. It is placed in the eyepiece of a microscope and acts as a ruler when you view and I kept under the microscope
2
Q
What is a stage graticule?
A
A precise measuring device. It is a small scale that is used on a microscope stage and died to calibrate the value of the eyepiece graticule divisions at different magnification
3
Q
How is a specimen measured?
A
The eyepiece graticule can be superimposed onto the specimen and the dimensions of the specimen can be measured
4
Q
When is a stage graticule used?
A
Only to calibrate the eyepiece graticule
