10 X 10 = 100 magnification.
Ocular lens = 10
Objective lens = 10
Simply, multiply the magnification of the ocular lens times the magnification of the objective lens you have in place.
The objective lens with the lowest magnification, usually 4x. Be sure to clean all the lens with lens paper before putting the microscope away.
To click the scanning objective lens into place, adjust the fine focus knob until the image comes into focus. Then, turn the objective lens turret to the desired magnification and listen for a click indicating that the lens is locked. Finally, check the focus again to ensure the lens is securely in place.
If you ask some elder staff of your class (if you are a student) they'll probably suggest you to move the body of the microscope a little higher. But according to my experience you can just turn it from low power to higher power with ease until you hear a click sound (so that the objective is locked).
The 10x objective lens is typically placed in position when putting the microscope back into the cabinet to protect the more powerful objective lenses from potential damage. It has a longer working distance, reducing the risk of accidental contact with the slide or stage. Additionally, using the 10x lens allows for easier, safer storage and ensures that the microscope is ready for quick use during the next session.
Simply, multiply the magnification of the ocular lens times the magnification of the objective lens you have in place.
by the objective lens
The nosepiece holds the objective lenses in place and is able to rotate to change magnification during microscopy.
To observe a skin cell at the highest magnification through a microscope, you should first place the skin cell slide on the microscope stage, focus the microscope using the coarse and fine focus knobs, adjust the light intensity, and then increase the magnification to the highest level possible on the microscope objective.
The objective lenses on a microscope are held in place by the revolving nosepiece. This rotating mechanism allows users to easily switch between different objective lenses to adjust the magnification level.
A microscope should be stored with the lowest-power objective lens in place to prevent damage to the higher-power lenses. It is recommended to keep the 4x or 10x objective lens in place for storage as they are less delicate than the higher magnification lenses.
A revolving power microscope typically refers to a microscope with multiple objective lenses that can be rotated into place for different levels of magnification. This allows users to easily switch between magnification levels without having to physically change lenses. It is a useful feature for microscopy applications that require varying levels of magnification.
The lowest power objective lens should be in place when placing a slide on a microscope stage. This allows for easier focusing and initial viewing of the specimen at a lower magnification before switching to higher magnifications.
Yes, it is recommended to store a microscope with the objective lens in place to prevent dust or debris from entering the lens threads and affecting the performance of the microscope. Additionally, storing the objective in place helps maintain the alignment and calibration of the microscope for accurate observations.
The total power of magnification refers to how many times bigger than actual size you are viewing the specimen with a microscope. It is measure by multiplying the magnification of the eye piece by the magnification of the objective lens you are using. For example, most eye pieces magnify by 10X. So, if you are viewing a specimen with the 4X objective lens, you are actually seeing the specimen 40 times larger than normal. (10X * 4X)
Scanning objective
The objective lens with the lowest magnification, usually 4x. Be sure to clean all the lens with lens paper before putting the microscope away.