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The high-power objective lens rests very close to the slide so adjustments such as focusing (which moves the lens up and down) could potentially push the lens right through the slide. It's usually advisable to take your eyes off the eyepieces and actually get to an angle that allows you to watch the space between the lens and slide when changing to the high power to avoid breaking the slide if the lens is already too low.

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Q: Why do slides break on high power?
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