The Features of a Typical Student Microscope
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios


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Science class typically consists of learning about all of the sciences. Although some children prefer chemistry, it seems that biology is often preferred. Most likely this is due to the fact that in biology class there is a chance for each child to have the experience of using a student microscope.

A student microscope is typically a less extravagant version of the microscope a medical lab or research lab would use. It has many of the same features but is less powerful and often sold in sets to schools.

The magnification of a typical student microscope ranges from 40x to 400x. This allows the student the ability to view almost any substance that is required in class. The microscope will also come complete with slides and covers so that the students can prepare their own specimens. This is normally an important part of the curriculum.

Students will generally begin by learning about all of the parts of the student microscope. The teacher many allow them to use the microscope as a model or they may supply them with a diagram. The children will need to memorize what all of the parts are and their functions.

When the youngsters are finally allowed to use the student microscope they may be asked to prepare a specimen of something very common. Perhaps a few grains of sugar or salt, or maybe one of their own hairs will be their first assignment.

Once they have prepared the slide they will study it with the student microscope. This is an exciting experience for a child as they get to see the same things they view everyday magnified. Don’t be surprised if after using a microscope at school your child wants one for his or her birthday.

Parents should certainly encourage a love of science in their child. They can even take part in their experiments by helping prepare the slides and sharing in the wonder of how different things look under a microscope.

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