In this article we will discuss about the parts of electron microscope with its construction. 1. The electron microscope is an instrument which utilizes the short wavelength of an electron beam, rather than light waves, to obtain very high magnification and resolution of minute structures for which a light microscope is inadequate. It contains an electric gun whose beam is [...]
In this article we will discuss about the parts of dissecting microscope with its working and utility. 1. Foot or Base: It is the basal, horse-shoe shaped or circular part of dissecting microscope. It is made of heavy material. It provides support to other parts of microscope. 2. Stand: It is short but strong, hollow cylindrical rod. Its one end [...]
Parts of the compound microscope (Fig. 278) may be grouped into two major categories, viz., mechanical parts and optical parts. (a) Mechanical Parts: These include base or foot, pillar, arm, inclination joint, stage, clips, diaphragm, body tube, nose piece, coarse adjustment knob and fine adjustment knob. (b) Optical Parts: These include eye piece lens, objective lenses and mirror. All these [...]