Flashcards on Compound Light Microscope (Parts & Functions)

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What does the Base do?
Supports the microscope
What does the arm do?
It is used to carry the microscope
What is the stage?
Platform where the slide with the specimen is placed
What do the stage clips do?
They hold the slide in place on the stage
What does the eyepiece do?
Magnifies the image for the viewer
What are the objective lenses?
Low-power and high-power lenses that magnify the specimen
What is a Coarse adjustment?
Large knob used for focusing the image under low-power
What is a fine adjustment?
Smaller knob used for focusing the image with the high-power objective
What does a diaphragm do?
Controls the amount of light that passes through the specimen
What does the light source do?
Provides light for viewing the specimen