Microscope Parts Crossword Puzzle
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QUESTIONS LIST:
- nose piece : holds the high and low power objectives, can be rotated to change magnification.
- clips : holds the slide in place.
- diaphragm : is used to regulates the amount of light on the specimen.
- base : supports the entire microscope.
- fine focus knob : moves the stage slightly to sharpen the image.
- coarse focus knob : moves the stage up and down for focusing.
- eyepiece : you look through to see the specimen.
- objective lens : magnifies objects that range from 10x to 40x.
- stage : supports the slide being viewed.
- light source : projects light upwards through the diaphragm, the specimen, and the lenses.
- arm : is used to support the microscope when carried.
