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MicroscopeBiology 101Mrs. Miller
Types of Microscopes Light microscope
Compound lenses to magnify objects. Lenses refract light to make object appear
closer. 40x, 100x, 400x
Stereoscope Allows binocular viewing of larger
specimens.
Types of Microscopes Scanning Electron Microscope
Use electrons to magnify objects instead of light waves.
Can magnify up to two million times. Transmission Electron Microscope
Uses electrons as well. Electrons are passed through very thin
specimens.
Lenses Three magnification lenses
Scanning 4x magnification
Low power 10x magnification
High power 40x magnification
Lenses Ocular lens
In addition to the magnification lenses. 10x magnification
Magnification To find the total magnification multiple
the magnification of the lens by the magnification of the ocular lens.
Magnification
Ocular Lens Total Magnificatio
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Scanning 4x 10x 40x
Low Power 10x 10x 100x
High Power 40x 10x 400x
Focusing1. Always start with the scanning
objective.1. Coarse knob to focus.
2. Once you’ve focused on scanning, switch to low power.
1. Coarse knob to refocus.
3. Switch to high power.1. Fine knob to refocus.
Focusing Can’t see the specimen?
Is it too light or too dark? Adjust the diaphragm.
See a line? It is a pointer
Useful for pointing things out to partner or teacher.
Try twisting the eyepiece
Drawing Specimens Use pencil. Drawing should be large enough to see
detail. Label items in drawing.
Write what magnification you are viewing the object at.
Label the object.
Drawing SpecimensAmeba (400x) Nucleus
Cell Membrane
Clean Up & Storage Make sure the scanning lens is in
place. Wrap cords around the base. Cover microscope. Wash and dry slides before placing
them back in slide box. Cover slips are to be thrown away.