Interactive learning tool
Virtual Microscope
Examine biological specimens, change the magnification and bring each image into sharp focus.
Microscopy practice
Explore cells under a microscope
Choose a specimen, select an eyepiece and objective lens, then adjust the focus and illumination.
The image is blurred. Adjust the coarse focus first.
Total magnification = 40x
What you will practise
Prepare, focus and observe
- Calculate total magnification from the eyepiece and objective lenses.
- Focus safely by moving from low power to high power.
- Observe how plant and animal cells appear under a light microscope.