Lowest power
the nose-piece rotates the objective lenses
Adjustment knobs are used to focus light in a light microscope.
A simple microscope has a series of lenses that can magnify tiny particles that the eye cannot see. It uses glass slides to encase what it is that the user wants to see. They sit on a platform while the user looks through an eyepiece at the top.
The higher power objectives are longer and can result in scratching the lens the next time someone uses the microscope. It also encourages the user to remove any slides that may have been left which they otherwise would have missed.
Ocular lens- part of a compound microscope that a user looks into to see a magnified image. It is a see through doubled lens curved to cause images to appear larger.
Switching the nosepiece back to low power before returning the microscope to the cabinet is important to protect the slides and the objective lenses. The low power lens has a longer working distance, reducing the risk of accidentally damaging the slides or lenses when storing the microscope. It also ensures that the next user can easily start their observations without needing to adjust the lens first. Additionally, this practice helps maintain the longevity and functionality of the microscope.
Ocular lens- part of a compound microscope that a user looks into to see a magnified image. It is a see through doubled lens curved to cause images to appear larger.
The condenser knob in a microscope is used to adjust the position of the condenser lens, controlling the amount of light that reaches the specimen. By adjusting the condenser knob, the user can optimize the illumination and contrast of the specimen being viewed under the microscope.
The ocular lens, also known as the eyepiece, is the lens at the top of a microscope through which the user views the specimen. It typically has a magnification power of 10x or 15x and works in conjunction with the objective lenses to further magnify the image. The ocular lens may also contain a reticle or scale for measuring specimens. Its primary function is to provide a clear and magnified image of the sample being examined.
The objective lens of a microscope magnifies the image of the specimen, allowing the user to see a larger image. Additionally, the condenser lens focuses light onto the specimen, enhancing contrast and detail in the image.
The coarse focusing mechanism in a microscope is used to quickly adjust the distance between the objective lens and the specimen to roughly bring the specimen into focus. This allows the user to start focusing on the specimen before making fine adjustments with the fine focusing mechanism for a clear and detailed image.
When returning the microscope to storage, the lowest power objective lens, typically the scanning objective (4x), should be placed over the stage. This position minimizes the risk of damage to the slides and the lens. It also ensures that the microscope is ready for the next user, as it provides a wider field of view for initial observations.