7th Grade Life Science Core Labs

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Purpose:
The student will prepare wet-mounts of plants and animal cells, observe them under a microscope, and compare and contrast cell structures.

Objectives Links:
1. A: Cells
1. B: Organization of Living Systems
1. C: Specialized Structures & Functions
5. A: Classification by Structure
5. B: Structures for Survival
Local: Microscopes

Process Skills Checklist

Materials:

• microscopes
• slides
• cover-slips
• eye droppers
• iodine
• toothpicks
• onions

Safety Concerns:
Iodine is a toxic severe irritant and readily absorbed through the skin.

Revision Date:
June 2003