using microscopes

Question 1

staining samples

Answer 1

-some parts absorb the dye more than others meaning they appear darker
-this means there is contrast between different parts of the cell

Question 2

dry mount slide

Answer 2

-slice the specimen thinly
-use tweezers to place specimen on clean slide
-place a cover slip on top

Question 3

wet mount slide

Answer 3

-pipet a small drop of water on the slide
-place specimen on slide
-put cover slip on
-stain the specimen

Question 4

how to use a microscope

Answer 4

-clip the slide onto the stage
-select the lowest powered lens
-use the adjustment knob to move the lens just above the slide
-look down the eye piece and adjust the focus