. Do’s & Don’ts in focusing specimen using compound microscope. Write DO if it tells correct
way of using the compound microscope and DON’T if it does not. Write your answer on the
blank provided before each number.
_______1. Always carry the microscope with two hands. One goes under the base and the
other holds the arm.
_______2. Place the microscope away from the edge of the table with the arm facing
toward you.
_______3. You can touch the lenses of the microscope with your fingers.
_______4. Focus on low power and then switch to high power.
_______5. Changing from low power to high power increases the magnification of a
specimen.