GENERAL HISTOLOGY

INTRODUCTION

MICROSCOPE PARTS MAGNIFICATION RESOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Horizontal plate on which specimens are placed for observation
A
Arm
B
Condenser
C
Polarizer
D
Stage
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -All microscopes are designed to include a stage where the specimen (usually mounted onto a glass slide) is placed for observation. Stages are often equipped with a mechanical device that holds the specimen slide in place and can smoothly translate the slide back and forth as well as from side to side.

Detailed explanation-2: -Stage-The horizontal surface upon which the slide is placed is called the stage. The slide is held in place by spring loaded clips and moved around the stage by turning the geared knobs on the stage.

Detailed explanation-3: -The stage clamp holds the microscope slide in place. Below the stage is a set of knobs called the STAGE ADJUSTMENT KNOBS. The top (larger) stage adjustment knob moves the stage vertically (towards you and away from you). The bottom (smaller) stage adjustment knob moves the stage horizontally (left/ right).

Detailed explanation-4: -Stage: The flat platform where you place your slides. Stage clips hold the slides in place.

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