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    Tips for Viewing Bacteria Under a Microscope(Post)

    Exploring the Microbial Universe: Tips for Viewing Bacteria Under a Microscope Bacteria, the tiny microorganisms that populate our world, hold significant importance in fields such as microbiology, me

    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...

    Types of Microscopes(Post)

    What are the Different Microscope Types and Their Uses? There are a number of different types of microscopes and each of them solves unique problems. Below you will find information on the five differ

    Microscope Holiday Gift Guide(Post)

    The holidays provide a great opportunity to give an educational gift that can expand interest in science and the world around us. Whether you are looking for a kids microscope, or a gift for an adult,

    How To, When To and Why Use Immersion Oil(Page)

    Why Use Microscope Immersion Oil? When light passes from a material of one refractive index to another (for example: from glass to air), it bends. In the space between the microscope objective lens...

    Phase Contrast Information - Information About Phase Contrast(Page)

    A common activity in high school biology is to observe cheek cells.  To do this, one takes a flat toothpick and gently scrapes the inside of their cheek.  They smear the specimen on a flat...

    Numerical Aperature(Page)

    This is a somewhat complicated subject and the discussion that follows goes well beyond the entry in the glossary. Numerical Aperture (N.A.): This is a number that expresses the ability of a lens to...

    Dissecting Microscope Guide: Uses, Magnification, Parts & How to Choose One(Post)

    A dissecting microscope, also called a stereo microscope, is designed for viewing larger, three-dimensional objects at relatively low magnification. Instead of examining thin specimens mounted on micr

    Best College and University Microscopes(Post)

    The best microscopes for college and university use may depend on exactly what you wish to view with the microscope. Below are some guidelines for choosing the best college or university microscope.  

    Understanding Dynamic Range and Signal-to-Noise Ratio in Microscope Cameras(Post)

    Microscope cameras have become essential tools in modern laboratories, classrooms, and industrial inspection. But when comparing camera specifications, two technical terms often appear that can be con

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    Pollen Under a Microscope: What Does It Look Like?(Post)

    Pollen may look like ordinary yellow dust to the naked eye, but under a microscope, it reveals a surprising variety of shapes, textures, and intricate patterns. Some pollen grains are perfectly round,