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Exploring Pollen Grains and Algae: A Report by Anshi & Alfiya

| Tue, Dec 10, 2024, 7:01 AM



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1.Pollen - Flower A :
Preparation: We carefully collected pollen from Flower A and placed it on a clean slide. A drop of water was added to the dry pollen to make it easier to observe. We then gently covered it with a coverslip and placed the slide under the Foldscope.

Observation: Under the Foldscope, the pollen from Flower A appeared as red, snake-like shapes. Surrounding the pollen were tiny, water-like dots, which may have been air bubbles or small particles. The red structures were vibrant and stood out clearly.

2.Pollen - Flower B :
Preparation: For Flower B, we took a small amount of its pollen and followed the same steps: placing it on a slide, adding water, and covering it with a coverslip.

Observation: The pollen from Flower B revealed white and pinkish patterns. The pinkish structures had a delicate appearance, almost like tiny soft specks. The white areas formed subtle shapes that added a unique visual contrast.

3.Algae and Mud:
Preparation: A small piece of algae, along with a bit of mud, was placed on a slide. A drop of water was added to make it easier to observe, and a coverslip was gently placed on top.


Observation: Under the Foldscope, we saw something very exciting—a transparent, line-like creature moving slowly across the slide. It appeared to be alive and may have been a tiny worm or a microorganism. This discovery was fascinating, as it showed how much life exists in places we don’t usually notice.

Conclusion:
This activity showed us how the Foldscope is a great tool for exploring the tiny, hidden world in everyday samples. It is simple to use and helps us learn more about the small living things and details in nature.



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Type of Sample
plants
Foldscope Lens Magnification
140x

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