Under the Scope: Microscopy Techniques to Visualize Plant Anatomy & Measure Structures

Microscopy and stained specimens engage students visually as they learn about plant anatomy, a topic covered in many biology and introductory science courses. In this activity, students section plant material and prepare specimens to view under a brightfield microscope. Using a camera or cell phone,...

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Published in:The American biology teacher 2020-04, Vol.82 (4), p.257-260
Main Authors: Koehler, Alyssa M., Larkin, Maximo T., Shew, H. David
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anatomy
Botany
high school education
Microscopy
plant science
Science education
STEM
Students
TIPS, TRICKS & TECHNIQUES
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undergraduate education
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Summary:Microscopy and stained specimens engage students visually as they learn about plant anatomy, a topic covered in many biology and introductory science courses. In this activity, students section plant material and prepare specimens to view under a brightfield microscope. Using a camera or cell phone, images of microscope slide contents allow students to label plant parts and engage in discussions with peers. The addition of scale bars to their images will allow a better understanding of the relationships of the various structures observed in the functioning of plants.
ISSN:0002-7685
1938-4211
DOI:10.1525/abt.2020.82.4.257