Parts of a Light Microscope Flashcards
1
Q
Helps bring the object into focus
A
Ocular lens
2
Q
Hplds the objective lens into place so they can rotate and can be changed easily
A
Revolving nosepiece
3
Q
Helps to magnify the objects
A
Objective lens
4
Q
The microscope slide is placed here
A
Stage
5
Q
Controls the amount of light that passes through the slide
A
diaphragm and condenser
6
Q
Used for intial focus on the objects
A
Coarse adjustment screw
7
Q
Used for final and clear focus of the object
A
Fine adjustment screw
8
Q
Rigid structure for stability
A
Frame
9
Q
Provides the source of light so the object can be viewed
A
Light source/mirror
