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Eyepiece (Ocular lens)
To magnify the image formed by the objective lens and to view the image by the observer's eye.
Objective lens
To gather light from the sample and magnify the image.
Stage
A platform that supports the specimen slide being observed.
Coarse focus knob
To make large adjustments to the focus.
Fine focus knob
To make small adjustments to the focus, refining the image clarity.
Condenser
To focus the light onto the specimen.
Diaphragm or Iris
To adjust the amount of light passing through the specimen.
Light source
To illuminate the specimen from below.
Revolving nosepiece or Turret
To hold multiple objective lenses and to easily switch between them.
Base
To support the microscope and house the light source.
Arm
To provide support for the upper parts of the microscope, used for carrying.
Body tube
To hold the eyepiece and objective lenses at the correct distance from each other.
Mechanical stage
To hold the slide and allow precise movement in the X and Y axes.
Slide holder
To secure the slide in place on the stage.
Aperture
The hole in the stage that allows light to pass through and reach the specimen.
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