Selected Microscope Functions

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A-Level Biology

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Ocular

magnification

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Objectives

Magnification

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Nosepiece

rotating mechanism that allows positioning of objectives

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Stage

platform on which the slide rests

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Mechanical stage control

allows positioning of the slide under the objective

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Coarse adjustment knob

moves the stage up and down for initial focusing on specimen

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Fine adjustment knob

precise focusing

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Condenser

concentrates light rays on the specimen

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Iris diaphragm lever

regulates the amount of light reaching the specimen