Scientific Instruments, Microscopes & Microscopy - General & Miscellaneous, Biology
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Overview
Young scientists will experience the joy of discovery as they learn how to use a microscope, make slides, and observe a variety of objects, substances, and organisms or parts of organisms, including onion cells, pollen, crystals, textiles, and protozoa.Provides a brief history of the microscope and discusses how the microscope works, its parts, the preparation of slides, and how the microscope is used to view various specimens.
Editorials
Children's Literature -
Mr. Bliefield begins with brief history of the instrument and devotes the main body of his book to the specific procedures for preparing and examining crystal, plant and animal specimens. Have youngsters take special note of warnings about obtaining blood or saliva samples. Focus on the little things in life. Set up a "Small Is Beautiful" corner replete with microscope(s), magnifying glass(es).Book Details
Published
October 1, 1988
Publisher
Venture Books
Pages
128
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780531105801