Matching Pairs Microscope MatchingOnline version assignment by Benjamin D Morgan 1 Controlled Variable 2 how to focus the micoscope on low power 3 Independent Variable 4 Glass Slide 5 This protects the slide so it doesn't fall and break. 6 This should ONLY be used under low power magnification/objective. If you use this under high power then you can crack the lens or slide. 7 The diaphragm that adjusts the amount of light 8 Cover Slip 9 How to focus the microscope on medium and high power 10 This should be used to focus under high power. 11 The eyepiece 12 Body Tube 13 Revolving nosepiece 14 Stage 15 Objective Lens 16 Dependent Variable 17 Grab from here to move the microscope safely Variable that is kept the same in an experiment that might otherwise effect the results. Variable that is measured in an experiment. The effect Variable that is changed in an experiment. The cause Use the fine adjustment knob to bring the specimen into focus. If this does not work rotate back out to the low power lens and refocus. Then return to medium/high power. start with the stage at its lowest setting. Make sure the low power lens is being used. Make sure its turned on and light is on. Using the course adjustment knob, slowing raise the base until the picture is in view.