The microscope is essential for observing many cool and unique things in life science!
Most microorganisms cannot be seen without the help of a microscope. You will be using a light microscope for a variety of lab exercises through the year. This includes everything from viewing pond water to prepared muscle tissue and blood slides. Download this document to help label the microscope parts below: |
If you have never used a microscope before, check out this virtual tour:
http://www.udel.edu/biology/ketcham/microscope/scope.html For additional Micoscope"less" labs check out the following link: http://www.cas.muohio.edu/mbi-ws/microscopes/activites.html |