| A | B |
|---|
| Eyepiece | Contains the Ocular lens; What you look through |
| Nosepiece | Holds the High-an Low-power objective Lenses; can be rotated to change magnification |
| Stage Clips | Hold the slide in place |
| Stage | Supports the slide being viewed, allows light to pass through |
| Light | Directs light through diaphragm |
| Arm | Used to support the microscope when carried |
| Coarse Adjustment Knob | Moves the stage quickly when focusing |
| Fine Adjustment Knob | Moves the stage slightly, fine focusing |
| Diaphragm | Controls amount of light |
| Base | Supports the microscope |
| Low Power Lens | Used for low magnification |
| High Power Lens | Used for high magnification |
| Body Tube | Holds eyepiece and nosepiece |
