Parts of a Microscope Flashcards
What is the function of the microscope base?
Serve as base for microscope
What is the function of the microscope coarse adjustment knob?
Moves stage up and down
What is the function of the microscope diaphragm?
Controls brightness of light sources
What is the function of the microscope objectives?
Magnify image
What is the function of the microscope body tube?
Separate objectives and eyepiece
What is the function of the microscope arm
Join together parts of the microscope
What is the function of the microscope ocular lens?
Magnify image so it is visible to the human eye
What is the function of the microscope stage?
Where specimen is placed for observation
What is the function of the microscope fine adjustment knob?
Focus image when viewing at high magnification
What is the function of the microscope revolving nosepiece?
Hold two or more objective lenses
What is the function of the microscope light source?
Shines light on object on slide
What is the function of the microscope stage clips?
Hold the slide in place
What is another name for the ocular lens?
Eyepiece
How should a microscope be carried?
One hand under base
One hand holding arm
What is resolution?
The ability to distinguish between two objects
