Parts of a Microscope and How to Use It

Front

What are the low, medium, and high lenses of a microscope called?

Back

Objectives

Front

Which parts of the microscope are referred to as the objectives?

Back

F, N, H

Front

What is the function of the light source in a microscope?

Back

Providing light for the microscope

Front

Which part of the microscope is known as the base?

Back

L

Front

What happens to your field of view as you increase magnification?

Back

It decreases.

Front

What is the purpose of the diaphragm in a microscope?

Back

To control the amount of light entering the microscope.

Front

What is the eyepiece of a microscope?

Back

The lens you look through to see the specimen.

Front

What is the stage of a microscope?

Back

The flat platform where the slides are placed.

Front

What is the arm of a microscope?

Back

The part that supports the body tube and connects it to the base.

Front

What is the function of the coarse adjustment knob?

Back

To bring the specimen into general focus.