Cells, using a microscope, plant life, animals, and more: 77 experiments involve growing protozoa, bacteria, building a terrarium, growing seeds in a sponge, studying spider web formations, and much more similar material. About half the experiments require a microscope. Over 100 illustrations.
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Cells, using a microscope, plant life, animals, and more: 77 experiments involve growing protozoa, bacteria, building a terrarium, growing seeds in a sponge, studying spider web formations, and much more similar material. About half the experiments require a microscope. Over 100 illustrations.
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