B io 205 lab 2 Micr oscopy
Questions and answ er s w ith
accur ate r ationales(PASSED)
Arm - answer The portion of the microscope extending from the base which
supports the objectives and the ocular's
Base - answer The portion of the microscope which rests on a surface. It also
contains the light source.
Clips - answer The small metal pieces that hold the slide in place on top of the
stage
coarse focusing knob - answer A knob that adjusts the focal plane in relatively
larger increments
Condenser - answer The device that concentrates light into the specimen and
reduces light loss
Find focusing knob - answer A knob that adjusts the focal plane in relatively
smaller increments
iris diaphragm - answer The mechanical device on top of the condenser that can
be opened or closed with a lever and regulates the light column illuminating the
specimen
Questions and answ er s w ith
accur ate r ationales(PASSED)
Arm - answer The portion of the microscope extending from the base which
supports the objectives and the ocular's
Base - answer The portion of the microscope which rests on a surface. It also
contains the light source.
Clips - answer The small metal pieces that hold the slide in place on top of the
stage
coarse focusing knob - answer A knob that adjusts the focal plane in relatively
larger increments
Condenser - answer The device that concentrates light into the specimen and
reduces light loss
Find focusing knob - answer A knob that adjusts the focal plane in relatively
smaller increments
iris diaphragm - answer The mechanical device on top of the condenser that can
be opened or closed with a lever and regulates the light column illuminating the
specimen
