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JOSEFA NATIONAL HIGH

SCHOOL SCHOOL GRADE LEVEL 7
TEACHER CLAEL G. GONZALES LEARNING AREA Science 7
DAILY LESSON DATE & TIME 8:15 AM- 9:00 AM QUARTER 2
PLAN COOPERATING
MARY JOY D. PLAZA SIGNATURE
TEACHER

I. OBJECTIVE
A. Content Standard Familiarity and proper use of a compound microscope are essential to observe cells
Learners will be able to create a visual representation, such as poster, model, or e-
B. Performance Standard
poster, explaining the trophic level of a chosen ecosystem.
Identify the parts and functions, and demonstrate proper handling and storing of a
C. Learning Competency
compound microscope.
At the end of the lesson, the students are expected to:
1. Determine the key parts of a compound microscope and its function.
D. Learning Objectives 2. Arrange the steps for proper use of the compound microscope.
3. Illustrate the correct technique for adjusting and handling a compound
microscope for effective magnification.
II. CONTENT Microscopy
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III. LEARNING
Science 7 Learner’s Material
RESOURCES
Self-learning module

A. References
1. Teacher’s Guide Pages
Compound Microscope: Principle, Parts, Uses, Diagram:
2. Learner’s Materials
https://microbenotes.com/compound-microscope-principle-instrumentation-and-
Pages
applications/
Compound Microscope: Learn Definition, Diagram, Parts, Working,
3. Textbook Pages Magnification, Advantages and Uses: https://testbook.com/physics/compound-
microscope
4. Additional Materials https://lrmds.deped.gov.ph/detail/7413
from Learning Resource https://lrmds.deped.gov.ph/detail/7414
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnOvLEaC4gg
B. Other Learning https://www.microscope.com/education-center/microscopes-101/compound-
Resources microscope-parts
https://byjus.com/biology/study-of-the-parts-of-a-compound-microscope/
IV. PROCEDURES
a. Prayer
b. Attendance Check
c. Setting of Standards
d. Reading of lesson’s objectives
A. PRELIMINARIES  Determine the key parts of a compound microscope and its
function.
 Arrange the steps for proper use of the compound microscope.
 Illustrate the correct technique for adjusting and handing a
compound microscope for effective magnification.
B. Reviewing previous The teacher will ask the following questions about the previous lesson.
lesson or presenting the  What is a microscope? What are its varying types?
new lesson  What is the difference between a simple and compound microscope?

A compound microscope is a type of microscope with more than one lens. It

consists of two optics components known as an objective lens and an eyepiece or
C. Establishing a purpose ocular lens. It is also known as a biological microscope since it is used for
for the lesson laboratory purposes.
 Typically, a compound microscope is used for viewing samples at high
magnification (40 - 1000x), which is achieved by the combined effect of two sets
of lenses: the ocular lens (in the eyepiece) and the objective lenses (close to the
sample).

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 What is the function of the labeled ‘1’ on the microscope?

 How does the objective lens (part "2") differ between the two
microscopes?
 What is the purpose of part "4" on the left microscope? How does it
affect the clarity of the image?
 Can you identify the coarse and fine focus adjustments on both
microscopes, and explain their functions?

D. Presenting LEARNING STATION 1

examples/instances of Activity Title: Uncovering the Puzzle: Discovering the Secrets of a Compound
the new lesson Microscope

Materials Needed:
Printed cutouts or a drawing of a microscope (one per group)
Scissors
Glue or tape
Blue and Red Cartolina
Markers or colored pencils
Worksheet with a list of microscope parts and their functions

Procedure:
1.Printed material of a compound microscope with labeled parts will be distributed
to each group along with an envelope containing cutouts.
2. On the blank cartolina provided, students will assemble the parts by gluing or
taping them in the correct place, recreating the shape of a microscope.
3. Markers or colored pencils will be used to label each part clearly.
4. The group will then identify the corresponding function for each parts.
5. The students will then present their based on the guide questions provided.

Guide Questions:
 Which part helped bring the image into focus?
 How did changing the objective lens affect the image?
 What was the purpose of adjusting the diaphragm?

E. Discussing new concepts A compound microscope uses two lenses: the objective lens near the specimen
and practicing new provides primary magnification, while the eyepiece (ocular lens) further magnifies
skills #1 the image, offering a two-dimensional view.

To exemplify, the following are the parts and the function of a compound
 microscope:
 Eyepiece (ocular lens) with or without Pointer: The part that is looked
through at the top of the compound microscope. Eyepieces typically have a
magnification between 5x & 30x.
 Monocular or Binocular Head: Structural support that holds & connects the
eyepieces to the objective lenses.
 Arm: Supports the microscope head and attaches it to the base.
 Nosepiece: Holds the objective lenses & attaches them to the microscope
head. This part rotates to change which objective lens is active.
 Base: Bottom base of the microscope that houses the illumination & supports
the compound microscope.
 Objective lenses: There are usually 3-5 optical lens objectives on a
compound microscope each with different magnification levels.
 Specimen or slide: The object used to hold the specimen in place along with
slide covers for viewing.
 Stage or Platform: The platform upon which the specimen or slide are
placed.
 Stage clips or mechanical stage: Clips on the stage that hold the slide in
place on the mechanical stage.
 Aperture - Disc or Iris Diaphragm: Circular opening in the stage where the
illumination from the base of the compound microscope reaches the platform
of the stage.
 Coarse and fine adjustment controls: Adjusts the focus of the microscope.
 Mirror: Reflects light into the base of the microscope.
 Illumination: Light used to illuminate the slide or specimen from the base of
the microscope.
 Bottom Lens or Field Diaphragm: Knob used to adjust the amount of light
that reaches the specimen or slide from the base illumination.

LEARNING STATION 2
Activity Title: Microscope Relay: Putting the Steps in Order

Materials Needed:
Large index cards with steps for using a microscope (1 set per group)
Whiteboard or large chart paper with a numbered list (1–10 or based on the
number of steps)
Markers or dry-erase markers
Tape (for sticking cards to the board)

Procedure:
1. A shuffled set of large index cards with different steps for using the microscope.
2. Each team must run, one at a time, to the chart paper at the front of the room.
3. On the board, there is a numbered list (1–10) representing the order of steps.
Students must tape their card under the correct number on the list before running
back to tag the next teammate.
4. The next teammate brings another step card and repeats the process until all
cards are placed.

Guide questions:
1. Why is it important to follow these steps in the right order?
2. What could happen if you skip or reverse a step?
3. How does adjusting the fine focus help when viewing the specimen?
4. What should you do if the image doesn’t come into focus after following
all the steps?
F. Discussing new concepts The following are the steps for proper use of the compound microscope:
and practicing new skills 1. Uncover the microscope, plug it in, and unwrap the cord.
#2 2. Clean the eyepiece, objectives, mirror/illuminator, and stage window using
lens paper.
3. Turn on the light or adjust the mirror, set the diaphragm for medium light,
and adjust the fine focus knob to a middle position.
 4. Place the slide on the stage, secure it with clips, and center the specimen
over the stage window.
5. Use the low power objective, starting close to the slide, and focus using
the coarse adjustment knob.
6. Center the specimen in the field before switching to higher power
objectives.
7. Switch to the next highest objective without adjusting focus and fine-tune
using the fine focus knob. Repeat for higher powers.
8. Clean the stage and objectives, turn off the light, wrap the cord, and cover
the microscope.

These steps should be followed in order when manipulating a compound

microscope to ensure a clear image of the specimen under oberservation.
A. Developing mastery LEARNING STATION 3
( Leads to Formative Activity Title: Handle with Care: Mastering Microscope Adjustments
Assessment)
Materials Needed:
A large printed diagram or poster of a compound microscope
Sticky notes or small cards with specific actions (e.g., "Turn on the light," "Adjust
the coarse focus," "Switch to high power")
Timer
Whiteboard and markers

Procedure:
1. The microscope diagram or poster will be placed on the board.
2. Give students sticky notes or cards with different actions (e.g., "Place slide on
B. Finding practical stage," "Switch to high power," "Adjust fine focus knob").
applications of concepts 3. One by one, students will approach the poster and place their sticky note on the
and skills in daily living part of the microscope where the action happens (e.g., placing "Turn on the light"
on the illuminator).
4. Each student has 30 seconds to place their sticky note.

Guide Questions:
 Why is it important to use the coarse focus first before the fine focus?
 What should you do before moving to a higher magnification?
 How can you avoid damaging the lens or slide while focusing?
 How do you properly clean and store the microscope after use?
A compound microscope is an essential tool in science, allowing us to observe
small specimens in detail by using two lenses: the objective lens and the eyepiece.
The objective lens provides primary magnification, while the eyepiece further
enlarges the image. Key parts of the microscope include the eyepiece, objective
C. Making generalizations lenses, stage, light source, and focus knobs, all working together to provide clear,
and abstractions about detailed views of tiny objects.
the lesson
To properly use a compound microscope, handle it with care, start with the low-
power objective, and focus with the coarse adjustment before moving to higher
magnifications and using the fine focus.

Test I. Choose the letter that corresponds to the best answer.

1. What is the primary function of a compound microscope?

A) To magnify distant objects
B) To magnify small, close objects
C) To create a 3D image
D) To project images onto a screen
Answer: B) To magnify small, close objects

2. Which part of the compound microscope holds the objective lenses?

A) Eyepiece
B) Arm
C) Nosepiece
D) Base
Answer: C) Nosepiece

3. What is the purpose of the coarse adjustment knob?

A) To fine-tune the focus
B) To move the stage up and down quickly
C) To adjust the light intensity
D) To rotate the objective lenses
Answer: B) To move the stage up and down quickly

4. The eyepiece, or ocular lens, typically provides how much magnification?

A) 4x
B) 10x
C) 40x
D) 100x
Answer: B) 10x

5. Which part of the microscope controls the amount of light that passes through
Prepared by:
CLAEL G. GONZALES
Field Study Student

Checked and reviewed by:

MARY JOY D. PLAZA
Resource Teacher

Noted by:
PEDRO C. CILLO
Assistant Principal