A Dissecting Microscope for School Use
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios


Defined Tag: Dissecting Microscope.

As a child enters middle and then high school they often decide to branch off into studies of one particular science. For some children this means a semester worth of biology class.

A dissecting microscope will often be used in the study of biology. Depending on the age of the students the assignment can range from dissecting an insect to a frog. Some seniors have even participated in the dissection of a pig fetus.

The area between the slide and the lens on a dissecting microscope is farther apart than that of a traditional microscope. This allows for the person doing the dissecting ample room to perform their work.

Children particularly may get very excited about the idea of dissecting something. They can find it hard to concentrate on looking through the eye piece while using the instruments on the specimen. The teacher will generally take special care in explaining that it’s important for the child to concentrate on the job at hand, particularly in light of the fact that the instruments can be sharp.

Research labs will also find good use for a dissecting microscope. However they will likely have a model with a higher magnification as well as extra features.

It’s very important that special care is given to microscopes. The lens should only be cleaned with a dry lint free cloth. Most microscopes also come with a dust cover. It’s important to use this and keep the instrument covered when it’s not in use. Keep it in a clean and dry environment and it goes without saying that you want to ensure it is never dropped.

A dissecting microscope can open a completely new world of learning to a young mind. Seeing the inside of an insect or the digestion system of a frog can initiate a life long interest in science. Many doctors first discovered their love of medicine in biology class while using a microscope.

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