Microscopes

Front

Light Microscope

Back

Uses visible light to magnify images

Front

Electron Microscope

Back

Uses electron beams for high-resolution images

Front

Objective Lens

Back

Magnifies the specimen

Front

Eyepiece (Ocular Lens)

Back

Further magnifies the image from the objective lens

Front

Coarse Focus Knob

Back

Adjusts the stage height for rough focus

Front

Fine Focus Knob

Back

Sharpens the image for clear focus

Front

Viewing cells

Back

Use a light microscope

Front

Observing viruses

Back

Use an electron microscope

Front

Stage

Back

Platform where the specimen slide is placed

Front

Condenser Lens

Back

Focuses light onto the specimen