Microscopes

Front

What piece supports the microscope and is used to transport the microscope from one place to another? Options: Eyepiece, Stage, Base, Light Source

Back

Base

Front

What piece supports the body tube and is also used to transport the microscope from one place to another, along with the base? Options: Arm, Stage, Aperture, Objective

Back

Arm

Front

What piece contains a high-power magnifying lens (40x)? Options: HIgh-power Objective, Eyepiece, Low-power Objective, Stage

Back

HIgh-power Objective

Front

What piece contains a low-power magnifying lens (4x)?

Back

Low-power Objective

Front

What piece is the platform that supports the microscope slide?

Back

Stage

Front

What piece holds the microscope slide in place?

Back

Stage Clips

Front

What piece is a larger knob usually found on either the body tube or the arm and it is used to focus the image under low power?

Back

Course Adjustment Know

Front

What piece is the smaller knob, found near the course adjustment knob, and is used to focus the image under low and high power?

Back

Fine Adjustment Knob

Front

What piece is found between the base and the stage and shines light through the object being viewed and into the microscope?

Back

Light Source

Front

Which of the following should you NOT do when handling a microscope?

• Only use lens paper for cleaning
• Carry with one hand
• Always store covered
• Be careful of cords

Back

Carry with one hand