Microscopy Vocabulary Flashcards
1
Q
Eye piece
A
Used to see specimen and has a lens
2
Q
Revolving nose piece
A
Rotates to move the objective lens
3
Q
Objective lens
A
Magnify the specimen 2nd lens
4
Q
Stage
A
Holds the slides
5
Q
Stage clips
A
Hold the slide on the stage
6
Q
Course adjustment knob
A
Major focus
7
Q
Fine adjustment knob
A
Minor focus
8
Q
Arm
A
Holds the microscope together, used to carry
9
Q
Diaphragm
A
Adjusts the amount of light that shines theough
10
Q
Base
A
Acts as a stan
11
Q
Light
A
Illuminates
12
Q
A