3 1 How to Use a Microscope Correctly

3. 1 How to Use a Microscope Correctly

Carrying • Always carry a microscope with one hand on the base and one hand on the arm.

Storing: • When storing a microscope, check that these 4 things have been done: 1. The objective lens (smallest) (4 x) is in the down position

Storing: • When storing a microscope, check that these 4 things have been done: 2. The stage is as low as it can go

Storing: • When storing a microscope, check that these 4 things have been done: 3. The cord is wrapped around the microscope 4. A plastic bag is placed over the microscope.

Viewing Slides • Using a microscope takes time, patience, and practice! Follow these steps to using a microscope. 1. Place your slide on the stage with the specimen over the light hole. 2. Look through the eye piece and turn the coarse adjustment knob until the specimen becomes clear.

Viewing Slides • Using a microscope takes time, patience, and practice! Follow these steps to using a microscope. 3. Use the stage clips to hold the slide in place once you can see your specimen. 4. If you need to sharpen your image, turn the fine adjustment knob slightly.

Viewing Slides • Using a microscope takes time, patience, and practice! Follow these steps to using a microscope. 5. When ready to magnify the image, turn the nosepiece so that the next objective lens clicks into place. 6. You should not have to turn your coarse adjustment knob again! If you do, you risk cracking your slide and damaging your lens.

Viewing Slides • Using a microscope takes time, patience, and practice! Follow these steps to using a microscope. 7. When you are done using the microscope, follow the storing guidelines