Microscope Usage Steps Quiz

Steps for Using a Microscope

• Begin by plugging the microscope into a power source and turning on the light to illuminate the stage.
• Rotate the revolving nosepiece until the low-power objective lens aligns with the stage to start your observation.
• Securely place the slide on the stage, utilizing stage clips to hold it firmly in position to prevent any movement.
• Observe the stage from the side of the microscope, and turn the coarse adjustment knob to position the lens as close to the slide as possible without making contact.
• Look through the eyepiece and gradually adjust the coarse knob to move the lens away from the slide, which will allow for clearer focusing of the image.
• Fine-tune the focus by using the fine adjustment knob, enabling a sharper and more detailed image.
• Once the slide is stabilized, experiment with the medium-power objective lens by rotating the nosepiece while monitoring from the side to avoid collision with the slide.
• After achieving focus with the medium power, transition to the high-power objective lens. Always observe from the side when rotating the nosepiece to maintain safety and accuracy with the slide.