cyanoScope Kit
one can go to the Lim-Tex or Cyanos.org webpage to get information for ordering the monitoring kits. While these kits may be assembled from purchasing individual parts, for consistency in project sampling and data collection, it is not recommended.
Build
Instructions for building this tool at . The anticipated cost of materials to build this tool is $501 - $1000. It may take A week or less.
Borrow
Buy
You can buy this tool from Lim-Tex Inc. or parts are listed and can be bought separately, but the kit is assembled and sold at practically cost value.. The anticipated price range is $501 - $1000.
| Description |
The CyanoScope Kit provides materials to collect and observe cyanobacteria. This kit contains a student microscope with digital optics and software, a 53 micron plankton net, an integrated tube sampler, a plankton separator, a carrying case, assorted bottles, microscope slides and cover slips, pipettes, and thermometer. This kit is used for the collection and identification of cyanobacteria genera. |
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| Used by these projects | cyanoScope iNaturalist |
| Ideal Age Group |
Elementary school (6 - 10 years), Middle school (11 - 13 years), High school (14 - 17 years), College, Graduate students, Adults, Families, Seniors
(This tool has been designed for use by middle school students through academic researchers for on site and laboratory identification of cyanobacteria within surface water bodies. It is designed for educational as well as research activities.) |
| Training | Learning materials are available online. |
| Use considerations | Assembly is required. Callibration is required. This tool relies on lab processing. This tool require consumable materials (e.g. batteries, light bulbs, etc.). |
| Size & weight |
Large: This tool is over 12 inches in at least one dimension. Over 20lb |
| Expected lifetime | Should last more or less forever |
| Topics | Health & Medicine, Nature & Outdoors, Biology, Chemistry, Ecology & Environment, Ocean, Water, Marine & Terrestrial |
| Activities | In oceans, streams, rivers, lakes, At the beach |
| Tool updated | Feb. 6, 2017, 11:09 a.m. |
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