* Why does a water drop magnify?
* How do crystals form?
* What does the inside of a seed look like?
Janice VanCleave's Microscopes and Magnifying Lenses includes 20 simple and fun experiments that allow you to discover the answers to these and many other questions, plus dozens of suggestions on how to develop your own science fair projects.
Grow penicillium mold in apple cider, compare your own and your friend's fingerprints, and investigate the lives of microscopic water fleas, all with either a microscope or simple magnifying lens. All experiments use inexpensive materials and involve a minimum of preparation and clean up.
Children ages 8-12
Also available in the
Spectacular Science Projects Series:
* Janice VanCleave's Animals
* Janice VanCleave's Earthquakes
* Janice VanCleave's Electricity
* Janice VanCleave's Gravity
* Janice VanCleave's Machines
* Janice VanCleave's Magnets
* Janice VanCleave's Molecules
* Janice VanCleave's Volcanoes
* Janice VanCleave's Weather
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From the Publisher:
Explains magnification and demonstrates how to use a microscope or magnifying lens to explore what lies beneath the surface of things around the house. Through the use of these devices children will investigate the hidden worlds of biology and chemistry in plants, minerals, protozoa and more. Packed with unique, slightly off-beat experiments presented with clear, crisp instructions and lively illustrations.
About the Author:
JANICE VANCLEAVE, the author of the popular Science for Every Kid series, is a former science teacher and a captivating presenter at museums, schools, and bookstores nationwide.
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- PublisherWiley
- Publication date1993
- ISBN 10 047158956X
- ISBN 13 9780471589563
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number1
- Number of pages112
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