Microscope Rules

Microscope Rules:

Scientific Drawing rules
label drawing
write what it is
date it
write magnification from number on the side of the eyepiece and the number on the adjuster.
clear lines
no shading
use pencil
do big diagram
do cell wall
label nucleus
all writing goes around the drawing with arrows pointing in or using a, b, c

Steps for setting up microscope:

1. Hold microscope on the bottom with one hand and top with the other
2. Plug microscope in and turn on light
3. set to the lowest power
4. gently slide the specimen underneath the clamps with the cover slip directly above the lights
5. raise the stage. mke sure you don't crack the slide. slowly lower stage to focus

Setting up slide

1. Grab a slide and cover slip
2. put specimen on slide
3. put 1 drop of water on specimen
4. put cover slip over the specimen on an angle. press any air out.
5. mop up any extra water.