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Microscope Parts
| Part | Function |
|---|---|
| Eyepiece (Ocular Lense) | Magnifies and lets us see |
| Arm | Holding and supporting the microscope |
| Stage | Holding the specimine |
| Course Adjustment Knob | Moves stage up and down to change the resolution |
| Fine Adjustment Knob | Moves stage up and down to change the resolution |
| Base | Holding and supporting the microscope (what everything sits on) |
| Light Source (Lamp) | Allows us to see through the specimen |
| Diaphragm | Controls the amount of light |
| Objective Lenses | Magnifying specimen |
| Revolving Nose Piece | Changes objective lenses |
| Body Tube | Provides distance between specimen and your eye |