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Microscope Test
Describe how each part of the microscope is used.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| eyepiece | magnifies by 10 |
| revolving nosepiece | changes magnification |
| low power objective | first lens used for focusing |
| high power objective | high power |
| 1. stage | holds specimen |
| 2. stage | moves up and down for focusing |
| diaphragm | controls amount of light |
| light | provides light |
| 1. course adjustment knob | first for focusing |
| 1. fine adjustment knob | fine focus |
| 2. fine adjustment knob | provides detail |
| arm | used for carrying |
| 1. stage clips | holds slide |
| 2. stage clips | holds specimen in place |
| base | used for carrying |
| 2. course adjustment knob | only with low power |