Microscope Parts Overview

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Which part of the microscope provides the light for viewing the sample?

  • Objective Lenses
  • Illuminator/Light Source (correct)
  • Stage
  • Eyepiece

Why are there multiple objective lenses with different magnifications?

  • To allow for focusing at different depths
  • To provide a range of magnifications for viewing the sample (correct)
  • To provide different levels of contrast
  • To view different types of samples

What is the purpose of the stage clips?

  • To rotate the stage for different viewing angles
  • To hold the slide in place (correct)
  • To focus the image
  • To adjust the light intensity

Which knob is used for focusing the image at high magnification?

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Which part of the microscope allows you to see the sample?

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Flashcards

Eyepiece

The lens you look through to view the sample under a microscope.

Objective Lenses

Lenses that provide different magnifications like 4x, 10x, and 40x.

Stage

The flat platform where the microscope slide is placed for viewing.

Coarse/Fine Adjustment Knobs

Knobs used to focus the image; coarse for larger movements, fine for precision adjustments.

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Illuminator/Light Source

The light that illuminates the sample to help you see it clearly.

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Study Notes

Microscope Parts

  • Eyepiece: The lens used to view the specimen.
  • Objective Lenses: Provide different magnification levels (4x, 10x, 40x).
  • Stage: The platform where the specimen slide is placed.
  • Coarse/Fine Adjustment Knobs: Used for focusing the image. Coarse adjustment is for low magnification; fine adjustment is for high magnification.
  • Illuminator/Light Source: Supplies light to illuminate the specimen.
  • Stage Clips: Secure the specimen slide to the stage.

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