Monday, October 29, 2007

10/29 microscope

In-Class:
labeled and detailed the structure and function of each of the parts on a microscope. Began a crossword puzzle to reinforce the function of the microscope structure. Discussed the relationship between the improvement of technology over time and the advance of science.
Homework:
Students should complete the crossword if not done in class. It is due in class Tuesday. Students will read and study pp.8 and 9 and be able to describe the historical changes in microscope design.

Thursday, November 1 - TEST: microscope structure and function

Students will be able to identify the following:
  1. Coarse adjustment knob
  2. Fine adjustment knob
  3. eye piece/ocular lens
  4. body tube
  5. nose piece
  6. high power objective lens
  7. low power objective lens
  8. diaphragm
  9. stage
  10. field
  11. stage clips
  12. base
  13. mirror/light
  14. arm