Microscope Labeling

Front

What is the part of the microscope that supports the body tube and connects it to the base?

Back

arm

Front

What is the function of the coarse adjustment knob on a microscope?

Back

The coarse adjustment knob is used to bring the specimen into general focus.

Front

What is the name of the lens that provides the highest magnification on a microscope?

Back

high power objective

Front

What is the purpose of the body tube in a microscope?

Back

The body tube holds the eyepiece and connects it to the objective lenses.

Front

What is the source of illumination in a microscope called?

Back

light

Front

What is the part of the microscope that allows you to change the objective lenses?

Back

nosepiece

Front

What is the function of the stage on a microscope?

Back

The stage holds the slide in place for viewing.

Front

What is the name of the lens closest to the eye in a microscope?

Back

eyepiece or ocular lens

Front

What is the purpose of the diaphragm in a microscope?

Back

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

Front

What is the part of the microscope that helps to focus the light onto the specimen?

Back

condenser