INTRODUCTION
MICROSCOPE PARTS MAGNIFICATION RESOLUTION
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stage
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body tube
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arm
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stage clips
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Detailed explanation-1: -Arm-The arm of the microscope supports the body tube.
Detailed explanation-2: -The three basic, structural components of a compound microscope are the head, base and arm. Arm connects to the base and supports the microscope head. It is also used to carry the microscope.
Detailed explanation-3: -Above the stage and attached to the arm of the microscope is the body tube. This structure houses the lens system that magnifies the specimen. The upper end of the tube contains the ocular or eyepiece lens. The lower portion consists of a movable nosepiece containing the objective lenses.
Detailed explanation-4: -Arm: Supports the microscope head and attaches it to the base. Nosepiece: Holds the objective lenses & attaches them to the microscope head. This part rotates to change which objective lens is active. Base: Bottom base of the microscope that houses the illumination & supports the compound microscope.
Detailed explanation-5: -Always carry a microscope with both hands. Grasp the arm with one hand and place the other hand under the base for support.