Microscope Parts/Use25

Front

What is the part of the microscope that supports it and keeps it stable?

Back

Base

Front

What is the part of the microscope that you look through to see the specimen?

Back

Eyepiece

Front

What is the part of the microscope that holds the slide in place?

Back

Stage clips

Front

What is the part of the microscope that you should hold with one hand while carrying it?

Back

Arm

Front

What is the part of the microscope that adjusts the amount of light passing through the slide?

Back

Diaphragm

Front

What is the total magnification if the eyepiece is 10X and the objective lens is 43X?

Back

430X

Front

What is the function of the objective lens in a microscope?

Back

To magnify the specimen being observed.

Front

What should you do before using a microscope?

Back

Make sure it is clean and properly set up.

Front

What is the purpose of the stage on a microscope?

Back

To hold the slide in place for observation.

Front

What is the correct way to carry a microscope?

Back

One hand under the base and the other holding the arm.