Preparing an Onion Wet Mount

Reason For Learning

To use a microscope well you need to be able to prepare good samples of very thin material. In this lesson you will learn how to collect a single layer of cells from an onion.

Learning Intention

To show you how to make a good microscope slide.

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ACSIS140 Level 8

Collaboratively and individually plan and conduct a range of investigation types, including fieldwork and experiments, ensuring safety and ethical guidelines are followed

ACSIS144 Level 8

Construct and use a range of representations, including graphs, keys and models to represent and analyse patterns or relationships, including using digital technologies as appropriate

ACSSU149 Level 8

Cells are the basic units of living things and have specialised structures and functions