Definitions for "Compound microscope"
A generic term that describes virtually all modern microscopes. Also synonymous with high-power microscopes that features multiple lenses of varying magnifications used to present a two-dimensional image.
two converging lenses (an eyepiece and an objective lens) arranged to magnify small objects (see figure 23.8)
Literally a microscope with multiple lenses, however that describes virtually all modern microscopes. It has come to refer to a microscope such as that pictured at the top of this page. It would typically include multiple user-selectable objective lenses of varying magnifications and present a two-dimensional view. See also: stereo microscope. BACK