Microscope Observation Worksheet
Explore the parts of a microscope and practice observing small objects with this Grade 3 science worksheet.
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Microscope Observation Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Some questions will ask you to label parts of a microscope or describe what you see.
1. The part of the microscope you look through is called the .
2. You place the object you want to look at on the .
3. The makes the object look bigger.
4. Label the parts of the microscope using the word bank below.

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B:
C:
D:
5. What do we use a microscope for?
To look at very big objects
To make small objects look bigger
To draw pictures
To measure temperature
6. You should always use two hands to carry a microscope.
True
False
7. It is okay to touch the lenses of the microscope with your fingers.
True
False
8. Imagine you are looking at a tiny leaf under the microscope. What are some details you might see that you can't see with your eyes alone?