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science 'scopes name
the functions of 'scopes
Part of the 'scope | Function of the 'scope part |
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eyepiece | contains a 10x magnifying lenses you look through. |
stage clips | holds the microscope slide in place |
body tube | connects the eyepiece to the revolving nosepiece. |
stage | supports the microscope slide |
base | provides support for the microscope |
Coarse adjustment | focuses the image under low power. [bigger knob] |
arm | supports the body tube |
objective lens | contains the lens for greater magnification |
fine adjustment | sharpens the image under low or high magnification power |
revolving nosepiece | holds and turns the objective lenses into viewing position |
disc diaphragm | lets you regulate the amount of light that hits the stage |
light source | provides light that passes upward through the disc diaphragm, the specimen, and the lenses |