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Foldscope Explores… Mosquito Larva!!

Summary:

• Seeds are composed of only three parts: seed coat, embryo, and food source.
• The intricate beauty of seeds can be seen in microscopic images.
• Share your observations of seeds with others to show what you learned!

Summary:

• Dust is a combination of pollen, dirt, insect parts, hair, dust mites, and skin cells.
• Microscopic organisms like bacteria, mold, and fungi are all around us - even though we can’t see them.
• A Foldscope and a petri dish can help you to see the dust and microorganisms that live all around us.
• Share your observations with others to show what you learned!

Summary:

• Vascular plants distribute water and food internally via specialized structures.
• Xylem moves water up from the roots to the leaves.
• Phloem moves food up and down to where it is needed.
• You can see these structures using your Foldscope! Share your observations with others to show what you learned!

Summary:

• Ladybugs are not all female.
• Ladybugs are not bugs.
• Microscopic studies can reveal connections between the structure and function of the different parts of the ladybug.
• Share your observations with others to show what you learned!

Summary:

• The colors of fall leaves are inside the leaves all year round.
• Observations of color gradation is a way to incorporate the elements of art into your science lesson.
• Studying the process of color change in leaves will improve understanding of the life cycle of trees.
• Share your observations with others to show what you learned!