Microscopy principles Flashcards
1
Q
total magnification equation
A
equal to the magnification of the ocular lens multiplied by the magnification of the objective lens
2
Q
resolving power equation
A
the ability to reveal detail, that is, to distinguish two closely spaced points as two rather than one
3
Q
working distance
A
the distance between the tip of the objective lens and the plane of focus
4
Q
depth of field
A
the range between the nearest and furthest planes that are in reasonably sharp focus
5
Q
field of view
A
the maximum circular area visible when looking through the microscopic ocular
