1. Parts and Functions of a Microscope

2. Parts of a Microscope

3. (Revolving) Nosepiece
Eyepiece
(ocular lens)
Parts of a Microscope
Objective lens
(Revolving) Nosepiece
Coarse focus wheel
Stage
Fine focus wheel
Stage clips
Diaphragm
Base
Light source

4. Functions of a Microscope

5. Functions of a Microscope
Contains the lens that allows you to view the specimen
Functions of a Microscope
Eyepiece (Ocular lens)
Collects light coming through the object and magnifies it
Holds objective lens in place
Objective lens
(Revolving)
Nose piece
Move barrel up and down to get a clear image (fine focus sharpens the image)
Coarse focus wheel
Stage
Holds and supports microscope slides containing the specimen
Fine focus wheel
Holds and supports microscope slides
Controls the amount of light that comes through the aperture
Stage clips
Diaphragm
A supportive structure that prevents the microscope from tipping over
Base
Shines light up through the slide and is directed to the mirror
Light source