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A compound microscope looks something like this:   Start using your compound microscope to observe samples by following these steps. Use the above labeled microscope image if you are unsure where certain parts are located on the microscope. Plug in your microscope (unless it is cordless), and turn on the light. Tip: Control the light intensity as needed to see your sample clearly. Start wit …

What Kind of Microscope is Best for College and University Level Students? Choosing the best microscope for your application depends on what kinds of samples you will investigate. This post will explain some points to consider when selecting a microscope. Do I Need a Compound or a Stereo Microscope? Compound Microscopes: Compound or biological microscopes are designed to look at samples on prepare …

Spirogyra Algae Under the Microscope Spirogyra is a green algae commonly found in freshwater habitats. There are more than 400 species of Spirogyra in the world. Spirogyra measures 10-100µm in width and may be several centimeters in length. Thank you to Kiran for providing these images captured under the microscope at 100x. Photo credit: Kiran     Photo credit: Kiran     …

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 different microscope types along with the applications for each microscope and just who might use each instrument. Below each description of the microscope and its use is an image that was captured using th …