Science 8
CS8.2
Demonstrate proficiency in the use of a compound light microscope to observe plant and animal cells.
Indicators for this outcome
(a) |
Identify the parts of a compound light microscope, describe their functions, and describe how to use a compound light microscope correctly and safely. |
(b) |
Prepare samples of plant and animal cells for viewing by wet mounting and staining when necessary. |
(c) |
Calculate the magnification of a microscope, and estimate and determine the size of objects viewed through a microscope. |
(d) |
Use a microscope effectively and accurately to observe differences in structure between plant and animal cells and draw labelled diagrams of what is seen. |
(e) |
Show concern for self and others by safely planning and carrying out activities involving microscopes, slides, and biological material. |
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R052150
Pearson Saskatchewan Science 8. Student Edition
Saskatchewan Science 8 is custom published for Saskatchewan and developed by a team of Saskatchewan teachers. At the beginning of each unit, the Big Ideas box sets the focus for the unit. A Big Idea then provides the title for each section in the unit. Throughout the unit, opportunities are provided for students to work together, communicate ideas, perform experiments and carry out library and Internet research. Key vocabulary is bolded throughout the unit and an explanation of each term is provided. All key terms and explanations are also listed in a glossary at the back of the text. First Nations and Métis content, perspectives and ways of knowing are an integral part of the Saskatchewan science text. Highlights of the activities and achievements of Saskatchewan men and women are provided in the Ask an Elder, Ask an Expert and Careers and Profiles features. In each unit, the Ask an Elder feature provides access to the wisdom of a First Nations or Métis Elder or Traditional Knowledge Keeper, who shares an oral story related to the content of that unit.
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Pearson Saskatchewan Science 8. Teacher's Resource Kit
R071676
Hidden Worlds: Looking Through a Scientist's Microscope
Photographer Dennis Kunkel uses powerful microscopes to reveal the hidden beauty of everyday objects: a crystal of sugar, a grain of pollen, a mosquito's foot and the delicate hairs on a blade of grass. Students will learn how Kunkel became interested in microscopes, how he prepares specimens for study and how different microscopes work. The photographs provide a look at the work of a microscopist and the world he explores.