Mechanical System

Cards (5)

  • Arm: Connects to the BASE and supports he microscope HEAD
  • Revolving nosepiece: It is connected to the body tube and lies just above the stage. It can be rotated clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the magnification.
  • Slide holder: Holds the slide in place
  • Stage: hold firmly in place the slide to be examined; can be adjusted front to back and side to side
  • Base: Supports the entire microscopic structure.