1.1 A case study

Choose an organism for your research, for example a small insect or a part of a plant.

Study the sample by observing it through three levels of magnification:

  1. With your eyes.
  2. Through a magnifying glass.
  3. With a third level of magnification, such as a classroom data projector.

Write down what you notice:

  • Make careful observations and record your notes for each step (photo, observations, enlargement).
  • Write down what you learned, or something that you already knew but got more accurate information through the observations.
  • Write down all the problems, challenges and questions that you faced during the process.
  • Compare your findings with your classmates. Write a conclusion together.