Microscope Parts

Front

What are the two lenses that help magnify the specimen in a microscope?

Back

Eyepiece lens & Objective lens

Front

Why is it called a Compound Microscope?

Back

Because it uses two different lenses.

Front

Does the light source help you zoom the specimen?

Back

False

Front

What does the coarse focus knob do?

Back

Moves the stage very fast for general focus.

Front

What does the fine focus knob do?

Back

Moves the stage slowly for a clear image.

Front

What can be used as a light source in a microscope?

Back

A bulb or a mirror.

Front

What is the function of the eyepiece lens?

Back

To magnify the image of the specimen.

Front

What is the function of the objective lens?

Back

To provide different levels of magnification.

Front

What is the purpose of the stage in a microscope?

Back

To hold the slide containing the specimen.

Front

What is the role of the diaphragm in a microscope?

Back

To control the amount of light reaching the specimen.