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which is nearest the object being viewed. See Parts of the microscope
‘SOP-LABORATORY-EQUIP-09 Microscopes’ (Figures 2.46 and 2.47)
and ‘Human Parasitology in Tropical Settings
Practical Notes ITG 171025’ available on the EyEPIEcES
website. The eyepieces, located at the top of the micro-
A microscope can be monocular but most are scope, contain magnifying lenses. The usual
binocular with two eye pieces that can be focused magnification is 10×, but eyepiece oculars of
separately to suit the vision of the viewer. 15× and 20× magnification are also available.
Figure 2.46 Parts of the microscope, Olympus CX43. Photo: Karel DuGardein, Olympus, Berchem,
Belgium.
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