Light microscope

 A light microscope, also known as an optical microscope, is a fundamental tool in biological and materials science that utilizes visible light and a system of lenses to magnify small objects. This device allows users to observe specimens at high resolutions, typically ranging from 40x to 1000x magnification. Comprising various components such as eyepieces, objective lenses, stage plates, and illumination systems, the light microscope can reveal intricate details of cellular structures, microorganisms, and material surfaces.

The versatility of light microscopes makes them essential in laboratories for educational purposes, research applications, and clinical diagnostics. Users can employ different techniques like brightfield microscopy for standard observations or phase-contrast microscopy for viewing live cells without staining. The simplicity of operation combined with relatively low costs makes light microscopes accessible tools that play a crucial role in advancing scientific discovery across multiple disciplines.