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science 'scopes name
the functions of 'scopes
| Part of the 'scope | Function of the 'scope part |
|---|---|
| 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 |