Parts of the Microscope Flashcards
helps the specimen information appears larger
magnifying parts
lens that is attached to draw through the objective lenses
eye piece
it magnifies the specimen under observation
objective lenses
objectives (4)
low power objective (LPO)
high power objective (HPO)
oil immersion
scanner
parts of the microscope that supplies light and regulates lights toward the focus specimen
illuminating parts
it adjusts the light that enters the microscope
diaphragm
source of light
reflects the light
mirror
used to support and adjust other parts of the microscope
mechanical parts
provides support to the microscope
base
it separates the objective lenses and the eyepiece
body tube
where the objectives lenses are located or attached
revolving nose piece
allows the movement of the tube toward and downward
coarse adjustment knob
used to bring the specimen into sharp focus under LPO, and used for all focusing while using high power lenses
fine adjustment knob
connects the arm and the base
helps to incline the microscope for a more comfortable view
inclination joint
flat surface where the mounted slide is located
stage
