Microscope Observation Worksheet
Explore the parts and functions of a microscope with this Grade 5 science worksheet. Learn how to use a microscope to observe specimens.
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Microscope Observation Skills
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the diagram of the microscope as needed.
Study the diagram of the microscope below.
1. Which part of the microscope do you look through to see the specimen?
Stage
Eyepiece
Objective lens
Base
2. What is the purpose of the stage clips?
To hold the microscope slide in place
To adjust the focus
To provide light
To move the objective lenses
3. The is the flat platform where you place the microscope slide.
4. The adjusts the amount of light passing through the specimen.
5. You should always start focusing with the highest power objective lens.
True
False
6. The coarse adjustment knob should only be used with the lowest power objective lens.
True
False
7. Describe two safety rules you should follow when using a microscope.
8. What is the difference between the coarse adjustment knob and the fine adjustment knob?