Living Environment Microscopes

Front

What is the purpose of the eyepiece in a microscope?

Back

To look through, magnifies at 10X.

Front

What part of the microscope is used to change the magnification?

Back

Objectives.

Front

What is the function of the light source in a microscope?

Back

Allows you to see the object.

Front

What is the purpose of the coarse adjustment knob?

Back

Used for rough focusing – Used only with scanning and low power.

Front

What is the body tube in a microscope?

Back

The part that connects the eyepiece to the objectives.

Front

What does the diaphragm do in a microscope?

Back

Regulates the amount of light reaching the slide.

Front

What is the function of the fine adjustment knob?

Back

Used for final focusing, may be used with all 3 objectives.

Front

What is the role of the stage in a microscope?

Back

Holds the slide in place.

Front

What is the purpose of the nosepiece in a microscope?

Back

Holds the objectives and allows for rotation to change magnification.

Front

What is the difference between scanning and low power objectives?

Back

Scanning is used for rough focusing, while low power is used for more detailed viewing.