GENERAL HISTOLOGY

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INTRODUCTION

MICROSCOPE PARTS MAGNIFICATION RESOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What part of the microscope controls how much light actually reaches the slide? (Hint:it’s under the stage)
A
Diaphragm
B
Light source
C
Arm
D
Body tube
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Iris Diaphragm controls the amount of light reaching the specimen. It is located above the condenser and below the stage.

Detailed explanation-2: -IRIS DIAPHRAGM CONTROL-A lever (or rotating disk) that adjusts the amount of light illuminating the slide.

Detailed explanation-3: -The diaphragm is fastened below the stage. It controls and adjusts the intensity of light that passes into the microscope. The diaphragm can be of two types: Disc diaphragm.

Detailed explanation-4: -Iris diaphragm dial: Dial attached to the condenser that regulates the amount of light passing through the condenser. The iris diaphragm permits the best possible contrast when viewing the specimen.

Detailed explanation-5: -The iris diaphragm is a shutter within the condenser that can be controlled by a lever to adjust the amount of light passing through the condenser. The lever can be moved to close the diaphragm and improve contrast. If your field of view is too dark, you can open the diaphragm to let in more light.

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