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Do
Carry microscope with both hands (arm and base)
(Because you're STRONG!)
Start with the lowest magnification
Jumping to 100x is like putting your eyeball on the TV to watch a movie.
Use lens paper to clean the lenses
(Because microscopes deserve spa treatment)
Fingerprints= Fuzzy Views
Your fingers are fabulous - but NOT for lenses!
Turn the fine focus gently
It's a microscope, not a DJ turnable.
Unplug the microscope before moving it
Because this microscope isn't charging any time soon
Do blink
It's allowed. Seriously.
Gasp dramatically and say,
"Interesting specimen...I must report this to the Science Council immediately."
Microscope lights
Bright enough for science, not for tanning.
Tuck it, snug and tight
Keep your scope safe every night!
Dont't
One hand carry like a football
(Microscopes are not football. (No touchdowns today)
Go straight to 100x and see...nothing
Where did the specimen go? You just launched it into another dimension.
Use your hoodie sleeve to wipe the lens
(Because it works just fine)
No finger smudges!
This ain't a touchscreen!
Twist the focus like a wheel of fortune
Spinning right round, baby...until you break the slide.
Don't yank the cord
Like you're trying to start a lawnmower
Don't challenge it to a staring contest
It always wins
Don't yell "Eww!"
Every time you see something under the lens.
Don't crank the light to max power
It's a microscope, not a UFO landing.
Don't leave it bare, all cold and dusty
That's how lenses get all crusty!