Commonly Mistaken Microscopic Structures

Shown below are some objects seen in the microscope that are commonly mistaken for biological specimens that are supposed to be seen.

A Classic Round Bubble	A Large Bubble
A Bubble and Other Debris	Bubbles and Other Debris
Fiber (Probably from Lens Paper)	Dirt Particle
Edge of Coverslip	Corner of Coverslip
Scratches on Coverslip	Objective Not Clicked Into Place Properly

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