Microscopy..whether it be for educational purposes, research, or just plain curiosity..we all have to learn the basics. After this tutorial you will be able to identify the various aspects of a basic microscope and be able to know how to adjust the settings and magnification accordingly.
Microscope Component Overview:
- Binocular Eyepieces: Looking lens for your microscope
- Objectives: Usually consisting of 3 magnification settings
- Stage: Hold your slides in place
- Light source: Illuminate image at hand
- Fine focus control: fine focus adjustments
- Rough focus control: rough focus adjustments
- Stage control Adjustments: adjusts stage closer and farther and from side to side
- Dimmer switch: Controls light source level and intensity
Adjusting Your Microscope:
- Turn on light source
- Adjust stage and light settings
- Start off on lowest magnification setting
- Adjust focus on image under slide
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