BIOM 3040 Study Guide - Final Guide: Mesonephric Duct, Paramesonephric Duct, Eyepiece
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Lab 1: introduction to microscopy - light microscopes: use white light to view specimen. Stereomicroscope: greater field of view better when looking at bigger objects. Nosepiece: revolves and holds objectives in place; turn nosepiece to change objectives. Objectives: lower lens attached to nosepiece, should never be touched. Stage: put slides on this platform and secure it with stage clips. Iris diaphragm: regulates light entering microscope; controlled with lever/rotating disk. Condenser: lens system that focuses light on specimen from beneath the stage. Course adjustment knob: used to adjust microscope at low power. Fine adjustment knob: used to adjust microscope into fine focus when using high power objectives. Field of view: circular area you see when you look through the ocular. Total magnification = ocular lens power x objective lens power. Approx size = field diameter / how many specimen fit across the diameter.