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Learning Objectives
Content Objectives
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Compare and contrast light and electron microscopy.
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Compare and contrast in vitro and in vivo staining.
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Generalize the process of dark-field microscopy.
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Describe the mechanics, advantages, and disadvantages of phase-contrast microscopy.
Skill Objectives
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Measure organisms using the ocular micrometer.
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Use the total magnification and ocular micrometer to estimate the actual size of an organism.
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Prepare and observe a wet mount using brightfield and phase-contrast microscopy.