Parts of a Microscope

Front

What part of the microscope holds the objective lens, also known as the eye piece or ocular lens, in its place?

Back

Body Tube

Front

Which number corresponds to the Coarse Adjustment Knob?

Back

12

Front

What is the fine adjustment knob used for?

Back

Used for precise control to focus in on objects

Front

Study the picture. Where is high power objective lens found in this picture? Options: # 9, # 3, # 4, # 5

Back

# 5

Front

The light source is responsible for ________________________.

Back

Providing light for the microscope

Front

Which number corresponds with the part of the microscope that is responsible for rotating and holding the objective lenses? Options: # 1, # 2, # 3, # 9

Back

# 2

Front

What part of the microscope is used for controlling the amount of light entering the stage?

Back

Diaphragm

Front

Which part of the microscope magnifies the slide image by 4 x's?

Back

The Low Power Objective Lens

Front

Which 2 parts are used to carry and support the microscope?

Back

The base and the arm

Front

Which objective is ALWAYS the objective you should start viewing a slide on?

Back

The 4 x's objective lens