Parts of a Microscope

Front

What is the function of the eyepiece in a microscope?

Back

The eyepiece is the lens you look through to see the magnified image of the specimen.

Front

What part of the microscope is used to adjust the focus?

Back

The coarse adjustment knob is used to make large adjustments to the focus of the microscope.

Front

What is the purpose of the stage on a microscope?

Back

The stage is the flat platform where the slide is placed for viewing.

Front

What does the high power objective lens do?

Back

The high power objective lens provides a greater magnification of the specimen.

Front

What is the base of a microscope?

Back

The base is the bottom part of the microscope that supports it and keeps it stable.

Front

How do you center a specimen on the slide?

Back

You move the slide to the left or right as needed to center the specimen in the field of view.

Front

What is the function of the diaphragm in a microscope?

Back

The diaphragm controls the amount of light that reaches the specimen.

Front

What is the purpose of the arm of a microscope?

Back

The arm supports the body tube and connects it to the base, making it easier to carry.

Front

What is the role of the revolving nosepiece?

Back

The revolving nosepiece holds and allows the user to switch between different objective lenses.

Front

What is the coarse adjustment knob used for?

Back

The coarse adjustment knob is used for making large changes in focus when viewing a specimen.