GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: The answer is false. A microscope should be stored with the scanning objective lens in position over the stage.

Detailed explanation-2: -Keep it covered The microscope’s eye tubes also need to be kept dust free. If the eyepieces need to be removed, cover the tubes with caps and store them with the microscope. For long-term storage, microscopes should be kept with a dust cover.

Detailed explanation-3: -Keep area clean Keep the stage clean with lens paper to remove dust and particles, you can use a little alcohol to remove oil and other dirt if needed. A small soft brush or canned air can be used to dust off the microscope – use carefully. Do not prepare or stain samples next to the microscope.

Detailed explanation-4: -Clean the parts of the microscope with a clean cloth. Clean the objectives after each day’s work. Ensure that immersion oil residues are removed. Do not clean any part of the microscope with xylene, which will damage the microscope and is toxic.

Detailed explanation-5: -Always cover the microscope with the supplied dust cover when not in use. Store in a dry place. In humid or moist environments, it is advisable to store the microscope in a waterproof container with a drying agent. Do not touch the optical lens with bare fingers. Do not store the microscope in direct sunlight.