Microscope Slide (Noun)
Meaning
A small flat rectangular piece of glass on which specimens can be mounted for microscopic study.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The scientist carefully placed the delicate insect onto the microscope slide for further examination.
- A drop of water was added to the microscope slide to help the sample stay in place.
- The teacher handed out microscope slides to the students for their lab activity on cellular structures.
- After staining the sample, the researcher gently placed the cover slip onto the microscope slide.
- The lab technician expertly prepared the microscope slide by affixing the tissue sample with a specialized adhesive.