Microscopes – Get Into Focus

Activity Summary
Microscopes are important tools in forensic science investigation and throughout the activities in this module. In this activity, students will investigate basic microscope techniques and learn how to make a wet mount slide.

Grade Levels
9-12

Learning Objectives
1. Calculate total magnification
2. Demonstrate the correct way to make a wet mount slide

Lesson Materials (view or download)
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Lesson Plans

Keywords
microscopes, wet mount

Last updated: 3/4/2015