Microscope Flashcards
1
Q
Father of Microscope
A
Anton van leeuwenhoek
2
Q
Robert hooke?
A
English father of microscopy —improved design —compound miscope——> 2 lenses
3
Q
Uses of microscope
A
- food/water samples contain bacteria
- check if blood samples carry a specific disease
- surgeons——> delicate ops
- criminal investigations
4
Q
Eyepiece
A
Magnifies specimen being studied
Prevents stray light - distorting image
5
Q
Body tube
A
Holds eyepiece
Prevents stray light from entering and distorting image
6
Q
Coarse adjustment knob
A
Bring specimen into focus when racked up or down
7
Q
Fine adjustment knob
A
Used to bring specimen sharply into focus
8
Q
Objective
A
Magnifies specimen
9
Q
Arm
A
Supports stage
Used to carry microscope
10
Q
Stage
A
Platform on which slide is placed on
11
Q
Clip
A
Holds slide onto stage
12
Q
Diaphragm
A
Regulates light intensity
13
Q
Condensor
A
Concentrates light onto specimen
14
Q
Mirror
A
Illuminates specimen
15
Q
Base
A
Microscope stands on heavy base
