Parts of a Microscope

Front

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

Back

The body tube holds the objective lenses in place and ensures that the light from the specimen travels to the eyepiece.

Front

What part of the microscope is used to view the specimen?

Back

The eyepiece (ocular lens) is used to view the specimen.

Front

What is the purpose of the nosepiece on a microscope?

Back

The nosepiece holds and rotates the objective lenses to switch between different magnifications.

Front

Where is the high power objective lens located on a microscope?

Back

The high power objective lens is typically the longest lens and is found at the nosepiece.

Front

What should you use to clean the lenses of a microscope?

Back

You should ask for help from a teacher, like Mrs. Evans, to clean the lenses properly.

Front

Which two parts of the microscope are used to carry and support it?

Back

The base and the arm are used to carry and support the microscope.

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 stage on a microscope?

Back

The stage holds the slide with the specimen in place for viewing.

Front

What is the role of the objective lenses in a microscope?

Back

The objective lenses magnify the specimen for better viewing.

Front

What is the difference between low power and high power objective lenses?

Back

Low power lenses provide a wider field of view and less magnification, while high power lenses provide a closer view with greater magnification.