Microscope Measurement Lab

This Microscope Measurement Lab is part of my Introduction/Scientific Method unit and covers basic microscope usage and measurement.

This lab is very flexible as it will work for any level student from English Learner - EL - to more advanced students.

This product includes the Microscope Measurement Lab, answer key, and a materials list. This lab usually lasts for 1 ½ to 2 days depending on the level of your students. For any teacher looking for “hands on” enrichment activities that will fully engage the student, this product is for you

Topics covered include:

• Position of objects when viewed with a microscope

• Using the diaphragm to control light

• Determining depth of field

• Magnification

• Field of view

• Resolving power (resolution)