Microscopes

Microscopes

by Kelly Hawkins

Poll

What piece supports the microscope and is used to transport the microscope from one place to another?

• Eyepiece

• Stage

• Base

• Light Source

Poll

What piece controls the amount of light that enters the microscope ?

• Aperture

• Diaphragm

• Light Source

• Arm

Poll

What piece holds and turns the objective lenses into viewing position?

• Aperture

• Objective

• Nosepiece

• Stage Clips

Poll

Which of the following should you NOT do when handling a microscope?

• Only use lens paper for cleaning

• Carry with one hand

• Always store covered

• Be careful of cords

Poll

True of False: If the adjustment knobs are not turning, you should force them to turn.

• True

• False

Poll

A thin flat piece of glass used to hold objects for examination is called a ___

• sheet

• slide

• cover slip

• objective