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    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 flea along with the slide...

    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...

    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 things t

    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...

    Parts of a Compound Microscope: Labeled Diagram, Functions & Guide(Post)

    A compound microscope uses a combination of lenses, illumination components and mechanical controls to produce a magnified view of specimens that are too small to see clearly with the naked eye. While

    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

    Swift Microscopes(Post)

    Swift Microscope Information Microscope World has sold Swift microscopes for fifteen years. Historically the Swift brand has been a solid work-horse brand of educational microscopes that are manufactu

    Plant Stomata under the Microscope(Post)

    On the outer layer of the leaf of a plant are microscopic holes called stomata. Stomata control gas exchange and water loss by opening and closing. Stomata are of particular interest to plant breeders

    Koehler Microscope Illumination(Post)

    Koehler illumination is obtained by focusing and centering microscopy light on the field of view in order to increase contrast and resolution. Koehler illumination was first introduced in 1893 by Augu

    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

    Resource Library(Page)

    Microscope Information Microscope Service Microscope Magnification Microscope Magnification versus Resolution Measuring with a Microscope The Differences Between Biological Microscopes and Stereo...