Microscopic hair analysis can allow you to look at the health of a shaft of hair. We put the microscope to test here in order to examine the shafts of several pieces of hair. Take a look at the results!
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The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists has developed numerous standards for the performance of test methods related to the textile industry. Test Method 20 and Test Method 20A are two methods dealing with fiber analysis which require the use of a microscope. We explore these methods in more detail here.
There are four areas to check when adjusting your microscope illumination: the rheostat, a light filter, the aperture diaphragm, and the field diaphragm. Read more about how to accurately set up your microscope's illumination here.