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Microscopic Discovery Kit
Microbiology is a fascinating field of study that appeals to the scientifically minded as well as the science resistant student. Whether directed by your curriculum or looking for a way to expand the study of science in your school, Home Science Tools has created a kit that meets your biology needs.
Included in this Discovery Kit is the Home LED Microscope (item # 082503), plain glass slides (72), concave glass slides (12), slide coverslips, Methylene Blue Stain, Eosin Y Stain, 5 prepared slides (ficus leaf, paramecium, protozoa, bacteria, and allium (onion) root mitosis), #11 scalpel, 2 sterile lancets, Nutrient Agar, plastic petri dishes (5), sterile swab applicators, 1 ml. Pipets, latex gloves, protozoa mix (grow your own culture of mixed protozoans and algae!), Protist Identification Key, clear plastic cup, and Study Guides. Each guide offers background information, experiments, diagrams, and extension activities. Topics covered include an overview of microscopic life, slide making, bacteria and culturing protozoa.
Students receive an excellent introduction to microbiology with this quality kit. Best of all, since the included microscope meets the specs of many high school level biology curriculum, it will meet your educational needs for years to come! ~Deanne
This Microscopic Discovery kit is an excellent Biology kit for students of all ages. Get everything you need to explore the microscopic world including a top-selling biological microscope! Use one of the prepared slides or create your own with the provided supplies and instructions. This open-and-go kit includes a Home Science Tools best selling microscope, supplies to grow and study bacteria, microscopic life study guide, and more!
Review and compare microscopes sold at Rainbow Resource Center with our helpful Microscope Comparison Charts for: Grades K-8 and for Grades 6-12. Each microscope on the charts has an item number that links back to our website for a detailed description.
Quality construction from the high-quality glass optics to the durable metal frame and sturdy all-metal rack-and-pinion focusing, these Home Science Tools microscopes are designed to last through years of student use. LED lights provide brighter, long-lasting illumination, and with magnifications from 40,100,400x typically used in high school, or 40, 100, 400,1000x magnification traditionally used at the college level, there is a Home Science Tools microscope to fit your budget and family needs! All microscopes have a limited lifetime warranty from Home Science Tools.
If you're not sure which microscope best fits your needs, check out our Microscope Comparison Sheet for a side-by-side comparison of all microscope models we offer.
Product Format: | Other |
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Brand: | Home Science Tools |
Grades: | 5-12 |
Length in Inches: | 12 |
Width in Inches: | 11.75 |
Height in Inches: | 18.25 |
Weight in Pounds: | 9.2 |