1. Where you look to observe the specimen
Eyepiece
Where you look to observe
the specimen
Course Adjustment
Adjust the stage, makes large adjustments to view the specimen
Body Tube
Connects the Eyepiece and the Objectives
Fine Adjustment
Fine tunes the objectives, makes only slight changes to make viewing more crisp and detailed.
Revolving Nosepiece
Turns to lock objectives in place
Low and High Powered Objectives
Arm
Connects the body tube to the base. Hold the arm and base when carrying the microcope
Magnifies the specimen, 4x,, 10 x or 40x
Stage
Stage Clips
Holds the Slide with Specimen
Secures the slide and coverslip in place
Diaphragm
Base
Adjust the amount of light that enters the viewing area
Supports the microscope. Hold the microscope at the base when transporting.
Light Source
Mirror or Electric Light to help in viewing the specimen