Q2: December 1-4, 2020 S.Y.

2020-2021 Due: December 18, 2020

Our Lady of Lourdes Academy of Tagkawayan, Inc.

Bernadette Heights, Poblacion, Tagkawayan, Quezon 4321
Tel. No. (042)-717-7403
Science: Parts of the Compound Microscope

Student Name Contact

Information
Grade Level Science 7
Subject Teacher Mme. Leah E. Guntan Contact 09213653318
Information guntan.leah@gmail.com

Objectives
1. identify the three main parts of a compound microscope;
2. describe the functions of each part of the microscope.
3. label the compound microscope
A microscope is a tool which can help you see tiny objects and living organisms. It comprises of three major
parts based on their functions: magnifying, illuminating and mechanical parts.

Mechanical Parts-part of the compound

microscope that is used to support and adjust
other parts.
1. Base
2. Body

Luminating parts-part of the microscope which

supplies light and regulates light toward the focus
specimen.
1.diaphragm
2.stage condenser
3.mirror

Magnifying Parts-part of the compound microscope that the specimen in focus appears larger.
1. Eyepiece
2. Objective lenses
Scanner
Low power objective
Oil immersion

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Parts and Function of the Microscope

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Lesson 2: Focusing Specimen using the Compound Microscope
Since discussions on magnification and how the microscope enlarges a specimen was done, it is time to learn
the steps in focusing specimen using the Compound Microscope so that when you will be in an actual laboratory,
you’d be able to familiarize yourself on how to manipulate it. Familiarity of its parts and function is necessary in order
for you, learner, to utilize the microscope’s efficiency to the fullest. So, the big question for this module is, “How are
you going to focus specimen using a compound microscope? It’s easy. Just follow the steps presented below.
Step 1: Determine the specimen you are going to focus on.
In the class, your teacher would provide you what specimen to focus on depending on the topic being discussed. Say,
the topic is all about animal cell, and then the teacher may opt to require you to scrape a tiny bit of sample from your
cheek using a clean toothpick or if its plant, then your teacher may tell you to bring an onion skin.
Step 2: Preparing a Wet Mount
A SPECIMEN is a sample part of any material such as plant, animal or even paper and mineral for examination
under the microscope.
Step 3: Viewing a Specimen
FIELD OF VIEW is the bright circle of light under the microscope. Remember not to use direct sunlight as a source
to view a specimen because it can permanently damage the retina of the eyes.

Using the Microscope Properly

1.Carry the microscope with one hand on the arm and one hand on the base. Carry it close to your body.
2.Place the microscope on a table with the arm toward you.
3.Do not touch the lenses with your fingers. Use lens paper to clean the lenses.
4.Rotate the course adjustment knob to raise the body tube.
5.Revolve the nosepiece until the low power objectives lens clicks into place.
6.Adjust the diaphragm. Look through the eyepiece and adjust the mirror until you see a bright circle of light.
7.Place the slide over the opening on the stage with the specimen directly over the light. Use the stage clips to hold the
slide in place.
8.Carefully rotate the coarse adjustment knob to lower the body tube until the low power objectives (LPO) lens nearly
touches the slide. Look at the stage from the side of the microscope while doing this.
9.With both of your eyes open, look through the eyepiece and slowly rotate the coarse adjustment knob until the
specimen comes into focus.
10.To switch to the high-power objectives (HPO) lens, revolve the nosepiece carefully until the high-power objective
lens clicks into place. Look at the stage from the side of the microscope while doing this to make sure that the lens
does not hit the slide.
11.Look through the eyepiece and turn the fine adjustment knob very slowly until the specimen comes into focus.

ASSESSMENT
Directions: Select your answer(s) from the box below and write the correct answer on the blank.
controls Fine adjustment knob arm eyepiece
objectives inclination joint base
draw tube supports mirror
The compound microscope is classified into three main parts: Mechanical, Illuminating and
Magnifying. The mechanical part comprises of _______ which holds the objectives and revolving nosepiece
in place. The coarse adjustment knob allows the movement of the tube upward or downward. On the other
hand, the ______ brings the specimen into sharp focus.
In addition, the stage and stage clips _______ and holds the specimen in place. Further, _______
provides ______ to the compound microscope while the _______ is curved shape used for holding the
compound microscope when transporting. The _____ supports the compound microscope when it is in
inclined position.
The illuminating part consists of the ______ which allows light to pass through the diaphragm and
that ______ the amount of light. Further, the magnifying part comprises of the _____ which is a lens that
attaches to a body tube. The specimens are magnified by the ______ which are classified into Scanner, low
power objective, high power objective and oil immersion.

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 Directions: Draw and label the parts of the microscope. Draw it in your science
Direction: Complete the figure below by naming the parts of the microscope. Write your answer on the blank.
activity notebook and label each part numbered 1-14.

Q2: December 14-18,2020 S.Y 2020 Due: December 18,2020

Lesson 1: Levels of Biological Organization

1.classify organisms into their level of biological organizations; a

Before starting with this module, go back on the things that you have learned about the Compound Microscope.
Answer Activity 1: Complete Me! The Microscope Crossword Puzzle Activity to refresh your learning of the previous
modules.
Activity 1: Complete Me! The Microscope Crossword Puzzle
Directions: Fill in the crossword puzzle on the parts and functions of a compound microscope. Match the number of the
clues placed across or down the grid. If filled correctly, the words will fit neatly into the puzzle.

Figure 1. Crossword Puzzle on Parts and Functions of a Compound Microscope

Stage Eyepiece Base Diaphragm
Light Source Microscope Nosepiece Arm
Adjustment knob Objectives Tube Stage Clips

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 ACROSS DOWN

2. Located on the side of the frame, used to adjust the
focus of the microscope
7. The lens or system of lenses in a microscope that is
nearest to the object being viewed
8. Supports upper part of the microscope
9.Small platform where the specimen is mounted for
examination
10. Light or mirror that projects light through the diaphragm
11. Holds two or more objective lenses and can be rotated
to change power
12. Connects the eyepiece to the objective lenses
1. Holds the slide in place on the stage
3. Located on the stage, adjusts the amount of
light passing into the slide
4. Magnifier of the image of small objects
5. Combination of lenses at the viewing end of
optical instruments
6. The bottom of the microscope, used for
support

Have you ever asked yourself on what makes you up and the other organisms around you? This question could
be addressed as you go along with this module.
I want you first to observe carefully the picture. Then, think over and answer the questions below.
1. What parts of the human body do you see?
2. To which organ systems do these parts belong?
3. What could probably happen if one organ or body part does not function well?
Levels of Biological Organization
Organisms are categorized according to the number of cells in the body, either unicellular or multicellular. A
unicellular organism depends upon just one cell for all of its functions while a multicellular organism has cells specialized
to perform different functions that collectively support the organism. As they grow and develop, they become highly
organized and specialized.
The different levels of biological organization are described and arranged below from the highest to the lowest
or in a descending order.
Table 1. The Levels of Biological Organization arranged from Highest to Lowest
Levels of
Biological Description Illustration/ Example
Organization

Biosphere The part of the Earth that contains all ecosystems

Ecosystem Community and its nonliving surroundings

Community Population that lives together in a defined area

Population Group of organisms of one type that live in the same area

The Individual living thing that is made up of one or more

Organisms
organ systems

Organ Systems A group of organs performing similar function

Organs A group of tissues performing similar function

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 Tissues A group of cells performing similar function

Cells The basic structural functional unit of life

ASSESSMENT
Fill in the Blanks
Highest Population Organs Systems
Lowest Tissues Organism
Community Biosphere Organs

Directions: Using what you have learned in this module, fill in the blanks with the correct word/s from the word box
below that will complete the sentence. Write your answers in your Science activity notebook.
1. Organisms are characterized based on its organization. It follows an order from lowest to highest,
_____1a_____ tissues organs ___1b____ organism
population ____1c______ ecosystem biosphere.
2. Each part of a/n __________ is necessary for survival. Whatever happens to any of these parts
affect the others.
3. __________ are group of tissues in a living organism that performs similar function.
4. When many cells of the same kind are together in a group, it is called __________.
5. __________ are group of organisms belonging to the same type that live in the same area.
6. The __________ level of biological organization is called Biosphere.

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