Using a Compound Light Microscope

A compound light microscope is the type of microscope that is commonly found in the classroom.
At one point in your high school career, you will probably use a compound light microscope. Because of this, it is important for you to know how to use one and its general parts. Hover over the i next to the words to see a description of its function.



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  Interactive Activity

Micro Basics 

Print students can access the Microscope and Microscope Basics in the Online Resources for Print Students section of their online course.
This activity will take you through the care of, the parts of and how to use a microscope. You can do the activity in parts or all at once, but please make sure you complete the entire activity!

Take a look at pages 478 and 479 in your Science 10 textbook for more information and examples.