How to Make a Simple Microscope

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    • 1). Take out the sleeve of an empty matchbox and use scissors to cut one of the larger sides of the box. Be sure to leave a quarter of an inch edging around the side.

    • 2). Cut a piece of transparent plastic big enough to cover the entire end of the matchbox.

    • 3). Tape the plastic to the end of the matchbox to avoid any sliding or moving of the plastic.

    • 4). Put the sleeve and tray of the matchbox back together, with the object to be viewed on top of the tray. Place a small dab of Vaseline on the plastic.

    • 5). Drip one drop of water onto the Vaseline and look closely to see a magnifying effect. Focus on the object by moving the sleeve up and down. You can try any small objects lying around your house to view all of the details.

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