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Microscopes
7TH GRADE Biology; microscopes
| Part | Use |
|---|---|
| Eyepiece | Contains the ocular lens. |
| Nosepiece | Holds the high and low power objective lenses. Can be rotated to change magnification. |
| Objective lenses | Magnification ranges from 4x to 10x to 40x. |
| Stage clips | Hold the slide in place. |
| Stage | Supports the slide being viewed. |
| Light source | Projects light upwards through the diaphragm, the specimen, and the lenses. |
| Arm | Used to support the microscope when carried. |
| Course adjustment knob | Moves the stage up and down for focusing. |
| Fine adjustment knob | Moves the stage slightly to sharpen the image. |
| Diaphragm | Regulates the amount of light on the specimen. |
| Base | Supports the microscope. |