Microscope parts and function

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ocular lens

magnifies the image (usually 10x)

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Arm

supports the head and stage

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Revolving nosepiece

roatates objective lenses into viewing position

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objectiver lenses

magnify the image

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stage

mechanical stage controls move the slid holder to view different regions of the specimen

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slide holder

holds slide in place and adjusts with stage controls

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coarse adjustment knob

brings the specimen into focus with the 4x and 10x objectives

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fine adjustment knob

brings the specimen into focus with the high dry and oil immersion objectives

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condenser

focuses the light on the specimen; can be raised and lowered but RP greatest when fully raised

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iris diaphragm lever

controls the amount of light passing through the condenser

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rheostat

controls light intensity