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SIZE AND SHAPE

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Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)

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Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)

About this lesson
Size and shape are important in astrobiology.  In this activity and slideshow, students will observe the importance of relative size and morphology in identifying microscopic structures when viewed with the scanning electron microscope. 
 

1. Size and Shape Matters Activity

3. Size and Shape Matters Activity Images
2. Size and Shape Matters Activity Answer Key  (slide show)
4. Size and Shape Imaged Script
5. Size and Shape Imaged Slideshow

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