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HBS 1.1.3
Light Microscope
Term | Definition |
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Occular Lens | contains a lens capable of 10x magnification |
Revolving Nosepiece | turns to change objectives |
Objectives | contain lens with additional varying levels of magnification |
Stage | platform with clips to support the slide |
Diaphragm | regulates amount of light entering scope |
Light Source | source of light directed through slide and into microscope |
Arm | holds the objectives above the stage, used with base to carry |
Coarse Adjustment Knob | brings objects in fast but rough focus by moving stage up and down (only use on low objectives first) |
Fine Adjustment Knob | brings objects in slow but clear focus |
Base | supports the microscope, used with arm to carry |
On/Off Switch | provides power to the light source |