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.