Microscope Parts and Functions

Front

What part of the microscope focuses the image under low power?

Back

Coarse adjustment knob

Front

What is the horizontal platform where the glass slide with the material is placed?

Back

Stage with stage clips

Front

What is the formula for total magnification in a microscope?

Back

Total magnification = Eyepiece Magnification X Objective Lens Magnification

Front

What is the total magnification under low power if the eyepiece is 10X and the objective lens is 4X?

Back

40X

Front

What part of a microscope holds the objective lenses?

Back

Nosepiece

Front

When would you use the diaphragm on a microscope?

Back

When you wanted to adjust the light

Front

What is the function of the eyepiece in a microscope?

Back

To magnify the image viewed through the microscope.

Front

What is the purpose of the stage clips?

Back

To hold the glass slide in place on the stage.

Front

What is the role of the objective lenses in a microscope?

Back

To provide different levels of magnification.

Front

What is the function of the fine adjustment knob?

Back

To sharpen the focus of the image.