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Paramecium Microscope Project(Post)
Viewing paramecium under a microscope is a fun project for both kids and parents. Using a student biological microscope (also known as a compound microscope), you can grow some paramecium and watch a ...
Simple Microscope(Post)What Is a Simple Microscope? A simple microscope is a fundamental optical device comprised of a single lens that magnifies objects when they are placed close to the lens. This lens, typically convex ...
Student Microscopes: 7 Best Tips for Selection(Post)Best Microscope for Students If you’re looking for a reliable microscope for school use, a compound binocular microscope designed for students is typically the best option. One of the most popu ...
NIST Certified Stage Micrometers(Post)What is a Stage Micrometer? A stage micrometer is a very precise ruler designed for microscopes. It is a slide made of either glass or metal to allow light to shine through it or shine down on top of ...
What Kids Microscope Should I Buy for My Child?(Post)Choosing A Children's Microscope for Your Student There are many types of children’s microscopes on the market and it can be frustrating trying to figure out which one is best. Here are a few t ...
Woody Stem Under the Microscope(Post)Woody plants produce wood as their structural tissue. Cross sections of woody stem plants often make some of the most beautiful microscope slides, as they are filled with color. This image is a cross ...
Microscope Glossary of Terms(Page)Below you will find many of the terms used in the "Microscope World" - or just simply in microscopy. Abbe Condenser: A specially designed lens that mounts under the stage and is usually movable in t ...
Inverted Microscopes(Page)Inverted microscopes have both the light source and condenser set up high above the stage and pointing down toward the stage. Inverted microscopes have both the light source and ...
Stereo Microscope versus Biological Microscope(Page)What is the difference between a stereo microscope and a biological microscope? And why would you choose to purchase a stereo microscope instead of a biological microscope? Let's take a look at ...
Flea Science Project(Page)SE-3. "What does a flea look like under a microscope?" grades 4-8, demonstration. Fleas are very tiny insects and they suck blood from mammals. We have tons of info on the f ...
Microscope Maintenance Tips(Page)Routine optical and mechanical maintenance of compound microscopes can ensure that your microscope works well for years. The microscope maintenance information provided below is not meant to replace ...
Quality Testing(Page)When shopping for a microscope either on the web or with a catalog, the image of the instrument could look great but when the product gets into your hands, you might be disappointed. The only way to ...
