Parts of the Microscope and Their Function On the next slide there is an image of a microscope, very similar to the scopes we use in class. Click on the boxes to see the name and function of each part of the microscope.
Rules of using a microscope Always carry with 2 hands Only use lens paper for cleaning Do not force knobs Always store covered Be careful of the cords
Parts of a microscope Contains the lens and magnifies the image for the viewer
Parts of a microscope Eyepiece Contains the lens and magnifies the image for the viewer
Parts of a microscope Body tube Tube extending from eyepiece to the objectives
Parts of a microscope Nosepiece Revolving circular structure containing the objectives
Parts of a microscope Objectives Low power (short) High power (long) Lens that receives light from object to form a magnified image that you view through the eyepiece
Parts of a microscope Arm Part of the microscope that is used for carrying
Parts of a microscope Stage Surface on which the slide is placed
Parts of a microscope Stage clips Used to hold the slide on the stage
Parts of a microscope Diaphragm Controls the amount of light that passes up through the bottom of the stage
Parts of a microscope Coarse and fine adjustment knobs Used for focusing the microscope at different objectives
Parts of a microscope Light source Provides a steady stream of light that passes up through the bottom of the stage
Parts of a microscope Base Supports the microscope
Magnification Multiply the eyepiece magnification (10X) by the objective magnification (4X, 10X, 40X) Example: 4 x 10 = 40X total
How to use a microscope Place the slide on the stage Use stage clips to secure slide Adjust nosepiece to lowest setting (Lowest = shortest objective) Look into eyepiece Use coarse focus knob
Recording Images Use a high degree of detail Give each picture a label/title (animal, plant, bacteria, etc) & Label Structures Clearly indicate total magnification Draw images in CIRCLES For example…