microscopes

Question 1

Light Microscopes

Answer 1

A light microscope works by passing light through a thin slice of an object. Lenses are used to make the object appear bigger.

Question 2

. Body tube

Answer 2

Connects the ocular lens to the objective lens.

Question 3

Revolving nosepiece

Answer 3

Used to change the objective magnification.

Question 4

Objective lens

Answer 4

Magnifies the image (lens closer to the object).

Question 5

Stage clips

Answer 5

Keeps the specimen securely attached to the stage.

Question 6

Diaphragm

Answer 6

Used to control the amount of light.

Question 7

Light source

Answer 7

Light shines from the light source to the stage.

Question 8

Ocular lens

Answer 8

Magnifies the image (lens closer to your eyes).

Question 9

Arm

Answer 9

Supportive structure. Connects the eye piece and lenses to the base of the microscope.

Question 10

stage

Answer 10

Supports the specimen.

Question 11

Coarse adjustment knob

Answer 11

Moves the stage up and down to bring the specimen into focus.

Question 12

Fine adjustment knob

Answer 12

Moves the stage slightly to sharpen the image.

Question 13

Base

Answer 13

Supports the microscope.