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18th Century Microscope

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Students examine a microscope from the 18th century. In this microscope lesson, students investigate how it works, what it was used for and how the tool has evolved through the years. Students also build knowledge on how compound microscopes use multiple lenses.

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compare and contrast, compound microscopes, microscopes, lenses

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compare, compound microscope, lenses, microscopes, science
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Grade
K - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
4 days
Instructional Strategies
Inquiry-Based Learning
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