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Introduction to the Microscope

Parts of the Microscope and Their Functions 

Learning the Parts of a Microscope

Using a Microscope & Life in a Pond 

Anatomy of a Microscope 

The Microscope - Things You'll Need to Know

The Microscope

See Also: Lab Work, Pond Life

For Kids

Interactive Microscope

History of the Microscope 

Pre-Lab Activities (7 minute video, plus a virtual microscope)

Parts of a Microscope

Parts of a Typical Microscope 

Practice naming the parts of a microscope (interactive)

Magnification 

 General Procedures 

Drawing Tips 

Making a Wet Mount 

Staining a Slide 

Micro-organisms

For Teachers

Looking vs Seeing 

Wet Mount Microscope Lab

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