instrument that consists of at least two magnifying lenses to
produce an enlarged and focused image of a specimen, the ocular
and the objective
compound micr
The total magnification of any set of lenses is determined by
multiplying the magnification of the objective by the magnification of
the ocular.
compound microscope
This is the cylindrical tube
structure that holds the eyepiece.
draw tube
It consists of the compound lens at
the end of the draw tube, which usually
magnifies from 5 to 15 times. This is also
called the ocular, where the observer peeps
through to see the specimen.
eyepiece
This is bigger tube located below
the draw tube. It allows significant distance
between the lens of the eyepiece and the lens
of the objective.
body tube
This is the circular part that
protects the objectives from dust.
dust shield
This is the
rotating part below the dust shield,
which facilitates the use of the
objectives.
revolving nose piece
Low-power objective (LPO).
Observing larger specimens, getting a
general sample overview, and locating areas of interest
for higher magnification.
Low-power objective (LPO).
Low-power objective (LPO).
Medium-power objective lens (MPO)
Typical Uses: More detailed examination of specimens,
studying cell structures and smaller microorganisms.
Medium-power objective lens (MPO)
Medium-power objective lens (MPO)
High-power objective lens (MPO)
Typical Uses: Detailed examination of tiny structures,
studying individual cells, bacteria, or small particles.
High-power objective lens (MPO)
A smaller lens with a higher magnification power.
* Higher numerical aperture (NA) for better resolution
and clarity.
* Requires careful focusing and handling due to higher
magnification.
High-power objective lens (MPO)
Magnification Range: 100x more
Oil-Immersion Objective objective lens (OIO)
Typical Uses: Examining microscopic structures and observing
details at the cellular level.
Oil-Immersion Objective objective lens (OIO)
Characteristics and specifications
* It is used with a unique immersion oil to improve
resolution by reducing light refraction.
* Highest magnification power among the objective
lenses.
Oil-Immersion Objective objective lens (OIO)
This knob is rotated until an
image appears. It is used for appropriate focusing. This
could remove the body tube or the stage up or down,
depending on the model of the microscope.
Coarse adjustment knob.
this smaller knob is rotated
until the image becomes clear and well-defined. It is
used for fine focusing.
Fine adjustment knob.
. This is held by the right hand, if the microscope is
being carried. The left hand should support the base.
Armq
This is the platform where the microscopic slide or
specimen is placed.
Stage.
are used to secure the slide
or specimen in older models.
Stage clips