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Light Microscopes - Setting up a light microscope and preparing a temporary slide. Introduction Microscopes are essentially used in science labs, industries and schools etc. They are used to magnify small objects and make them visible to show details of their structure. There are two main types of microscopes; a light microscope and an electron microscope. Many living cells can be observed using a light microscope by preparing a temporary slide. Safety points * Be cautious when handling glass slides and cover slips. * Always clean slides and microscopes when finished. Materials used: Microscope Microscope slide Onion Cover slip Pipette Mounted needle Iodine solution Filter paper Method - Setting up a light microscope 1) The microscope was checked that it was on low power. 2) The microscope slide was secured on the stage with the object inline with the centre of the stage. 3) The coarse focus knob was turned so that the objective was as close to the microscope slide as possible. 4) The slide was focused away...

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