Microscope Flashcards
Used for focusing on low power
Coarse adjustment
Flat surface for holding the slide
Stage
One of three lenses for magnifying the specimen
Objective lens
Provides light
Light source
Bottom of the microscope
Base
Part of the microscope for looking through contains a magnifying lens
Eyepiece
Used for focusing when on high power
Fine adjustment
Connects the major parts of the microscope, and is used to help carry the microscope.
Arm
Adjusts in size so more or less light can be applied to the specimen. Located under the stage.
Diaphragm
Adjustment clips for holding the slide in place.
Stage clips
Rotates a different objective lens into place.
Revolving nosepiece
Lever for adjusting the amount of light
Diaphragm lever