1. WARM UP  On the paper handed to you, label as many parts of the microscope as you can. (3 minutes)

2.  Class discussion that reviews warm up  (5 Minutes)

3.  Today we are starting our investigation into microscopic organisms.  In order to view and understand microscopic organisms, we need to know how to view them and use the tools to view them.

4. Parts of the Microscope and Their Function 30 minutes

5.  Glue the paper that is being passed out on to Page 3 in your composition book.  Label the pieces of the microscope as we progress through the PowerPoint/demonstration.

6. Rules of using a microscope  Always carry with 2 hands  Only use lens paper for cleaning  Do not force knobs  Always store covered  Be careful of the cords

7. Parts of a microscope

8.  Eyepiece

9. Parts of a microscope  Body tube

10. Parts of a microscope  Nosepiece

11. Parts of a microscope  Objectives  Low power (short)  Medium power (medium)  High power (long)

12. Parts of a microscope  Arm

13. Parts of a microscope  Stage

14. Parts of a microscope  Stage clips

15. Parts of a microscope  Diaphragm

16. Parts of a microscope  Coarse and fine adjustment knobs  Coarse: Large Knob  Fine: Small Knob

17. Parts of a microscope  Light source

18. Parts of a microscope  Base

19. Magnification  Multiply the eyepiece magnification (10X) by the objective magnification (4X, 10X, 40X)  Example: 4 x 10 = 40X total

20. How to use a microscope  Place the slide on the stage  Use stage clips to secure slide  Adjust nosepiece to lowest setting  (Lowest = shortest objective)  Look into eyepiece  Use coarse focus knob

21.  End of notes section of presentation.

22. Discussion What types of objects would you like to see under a microscope? Turn and talk with a neighbor about what you would like to see up close. (30 seconds)

23.  Class Discussion

24.  Microscope Drawing Quiz Game (10 minutes)