subject: Knowing the Right Way to Operate a Microscope [print this page] Using a microscope, you can magnify a sample or specimen unto a larger size. As the result, you can examine the fine details of specimen. When you use this device, it is suggested for you to spare the time for preparing the microscope. You should also centralize this device appropriately. If you have done the steps appropriately, then looking at the specimen under this device can be a wonderful experience.
Before using it, you should ensure that it is plugged in. If it has an external light source, you can turn it on. Then, you can prepare the sample to be examined.
To examine the sample, you should ensure that the scanning objective lens is in its place. Position the slide or specimen under the microscope. For security of the slides, you can use the stage clips.
Then, for bringing the specimen into focus, you can use the coarse adjustment knob. Do not forget to centralize the specimen in the vision field. Again, use the coarse adjustment that is followed by the fine adjustment, so you can focus to see the sample. You can adjust the source of light if necessary.
To make the slide accessible easily, you can rotate the low power of objective lens. Then, place a small drop of oil directly on the slide over the sample.
To bring the specimen into focus, you should only use the fine adjustment. Utilizing the coarse adjustment knob can result in damaging the lens or the slide. If you have finished, before removing the slide, you should make sure to rotate the scanning objective lens into place. In the end, clean the lenses if necessary and turn off the power supply.
Knowing the Right Way to Operate a Microscope
By: Stewart Johnston
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