Using a Microscope
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Objective
I can use a microscope to observe cells and record my observations with labeled diagrams.
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Fresno State · 4:24
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Practice
7 questions
Describe the correct way to carry a microscope and explain why this method is important.
Explain the steps you would take to set up a microscope to view a prepared slide at low power (4X objective lens).
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“You are observing an Elodea leaf cell at 40x magnification. Draw a labeled diagram of what you observe, including at least three distinct parts of the cell. You are observing a prepared slide of cheek cells at 100x magnification. Draw a labeled diagram of what you observe, including at least three distinct parts of the cell. ”
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