2. 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. Please complete your diagram and match the definitions.

3. Safety 1 st ! Record the safety issues below: Be Gentle !! Hold by placing one hand around the arm and one under the base. Keep covered when not in use Clean hands to remove dust and oil. Use lens paper NOT tissues/paper towels!

4. Click on Me

5. #9 Eyepiece—The part you look at with your eye. Usually 10 X magnification. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide

6. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #10 Arm– Used to safely transport microscope.

7. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #11 Stage – Slides are placed on this. Allows light to pass through.

8. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #12 Coarse Adjustment – Used to make large changes in focus. This happens quickly. NOTE Never use this when viewing on high power

9. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #13 Fine Adjustment – Used to make small adjustments of focus. Moves the stage slightly.

10. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #14 Base – Used to safely transport the microscope. Supports the microscope.

11. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #1 Body tube – Reflects light up to the viewers eye. Holds eyepiece and nose piece.

12. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #2 Nosepiece– holds low and high power lenses

13. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #3 Low Power Objective – The first lens you use when doing proper microscope work. Usually 4 X

14. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #4 Medium Power Objective – The second lens you use when doing proper microscope work. Usually 10 X

15. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #5 High Power Objective – The highest magnification used. Usually 43 X. NEVER use the course adjustment when using this lens.

16. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #6 Stage Clips – Use to keep the slide in place.

17. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #7 Diaphragm – Use to vary the amount of light passing through the slide. Usually it is better if the amount of light is low.

18. Click Here to Return to the Main Slide #8 Light Source – Sends light up through the diaphragm and through the slide for viewing