Would you

What are at least

rather have
2 differences
microscopic or
between
telescopic
prokaryotic and
vision?
eukaryotic cells?

Homework Due Today:

Homework Due Next Class: Specialized Cell Case Study

Learning Targets and Success Criteria

I will be able to identify the parts of a light microscope and

their functions.
Complete microscope notes
Complete the Microscopes Lab
I will be able to use multiplication to determine magnification.
Complete magnification section of the lab.
I will be able to take responsibility for completing my work
for the purpose of having a strong work ethic.
Complete all parts of the Microscope Lab.
Class Agenda

Microscope function notes

Intro to Light Microscopes Lab

Magnifies 10x
Carries image
to eye

Moves lenses and

magnification

Scanning Lensmagnifies
Low power lensmagnifies
High power
lens- magnifies
Holds glass
slide down
Controls amount
of light

Where you hold

scope

Supports and
moves slide
Focus
Focus,
defines image

Provides light
Another place
to hold

Eyepiece
Tube

Revolving
nosepiece

Arm

Scanning Lens
(red)
Low Power Lens
(yellow)

Stage

High power Lens

(blue)
Stage clamps
Diaphragm

Coarse (first)
Focus
Fine focus

Light source
Base

Microscope Handling & Use

Always use 2 hands on microscope
Use stage clips to hold the slide
Always start with the lowest magnification (red lens)
Find the object and then center it and bring it into focus,
then change the objective lens
Do not let the objective lens touch the slide

Microscope Storage
Cover with
dust cover

Red lens
points down

Wrap Cord

Lower stage
all the way

Ticket Out the Door

Describe the steps used to find and focus on an object
using a microscope. Include at least three steps.