Microscope Mania - Labeling the Microscope

The following is the word bank for today's classwork.  Remember to finish for homework if not finished in class!

*Use the terms to label A – K

Eyepiece

Coarse Adjustment Knob

Arm

Base

Diaphragm

Nosepiece

Stage

Objective Lenses

Stage Clips

Fine Adjustment Knob

Light Source

*Highlight each term!

Use the terms to fill in the descriptions

Support            Ocular

Microscope       Hold

Slide                Specimen

10x   40x          Lenses

Light                Sharpen

High                 Lenses

Low                   Upwards

Magnification     Focusing

 

Email Distribution List

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Lab Equipment & Safety Test

The 1st test of the year will be Monday, August 29th!  It will cover lab safety and equipment (identify and describe function).

Work in Progress

I am currently re-working the blog for the new school year!  Please check back soon for the 2011-2012 blog!  In the mean time, click around and check out what we will be learning about this year!