Parts of the Light Microscope
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 eyepiece | contains the ocular lens |
| nosepiece | holds the high- and low- power objective leses; can be rotated to change magnification |
| objective lenses | magnification ranges from 10x to 40x |
| stage clips | hold the slide in place |
| stage | supports the slide being viewed |
| light source | projects light upwards through the diaphragm, the specimen, and the lenses |
| arm | used to support the microscope when carried |
| course adjustment knob | moves the stage up and down for focusing |
| fine adjustment knob | moves the stage slightly to sharpen the image |
| diaphragm | regulates the amount of light on the specimen |
| base | supports the microscope |
| field of view decreases | What happens as the power of magnification increases? |
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