Label a Light Microscope Diagram

What is the function of the eyepiece in a light microscope?

What is the function of the arm on a light microscope?

What is the nosepiece used for in a light microscope?

What is the purpose of the objective lens in a microscope?

What are stage clips used for?

What does the coarse focus/adjustment do?

What is the function of the fine focus/adjustment in a microscope?

What is the purpose of the base in a microscope?

What does the stage of a microscope refer to?

Light Microscope Components

Eyepiece: The lens at the top of the microscope that the user looks through, typically magnifying the specimen by 10x.
Arm: The curved part of the microscope that connects the base and the body tube; used for carrying the microscope.
Nosepiece: The rotating component located at the bottom of the body tube, holding multiple objective lenses and allowing the user to switch between them.
Objective Lens: Lenses located on the nosepiece that provide different levels of magnification, commonly 4x, 10x, 40x, and 100x.
Stage Clips: Metal clips on the stage that hold the specimen slide in place for observation.
Coarse Focus/Adjustment: A larger knob on the side of the microscope, used to bring the specimen into general focus quickly.
Fine Focus/Adjustment: A smaller knob that allows for precise focusing of the specimen, enhancing detail after the coarse focus has been applied.
Base: The bottom part of the microscope that supports the entire structure and keeps it stable during use.
Stage: The flat platform where the microscope slide is placed for examination under the lenses.

Test your knowledge on the parts of a light microscope with this labeling quiz. Each card presents a different component, allowing you to learn their names and functions. Perfect for biology students or anyone interested in microscopy.