Microscope Parts and Functions

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What is the Fine Adjustment Knob?

Back

A part of the microscope used to make small adjustments to the focus.

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What do stage clips hold?

Back

Stage clips hold the slides in place on the stage of the microscope.

Front

How much magnification does the Ocular lens provide?

Back

The Ocular lens provides x10 magnification.

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What does the nose piece hold?

Back

The nose piece holds the high and low objective lenses.

Front

What are stage clips?

Back

Stage clips are parts of the microscope that secure the slides on the stage.

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What is the purpose of the Course Adjustment Knob?

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The Course Adjustment Knob is used for making large adjustments to the focus.

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What is the function of the Stage-a-vator?

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The Stage-a-vator moves the stage up and down to help focus on the specimen.

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What are objective lenses?

Back

Objective lenses are the lenses closest to the specimen that provide different levels of magnification.

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What is the base of the microscope?

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

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What is the arm of the microscope?

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The arm is the part that connects the base to the head and supports the body tube.