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Microscopy Polarization Explained(Post)
Polarized Light Microscopy Polarization contrast is a contrast method to detect birefringence, which is a material characteristic that can be found in minerals, polymers, crystals, pharmaceutical samp
Fiber Analysis under the Microscope(Post)The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) has developed numerous standards for the performance of test methods related to the textile industry. AATCC Test Method 20 and Test M
Microscope Contrast Techniques(Post)Microscope Contrast Techniques When using a microscope with brightfield, some samples will have a natural contrast that is easily viewed, such as bright plants and flowers, metals, and pigments. Some
Using Stereo Microscopes for Micro-Dissection and Microsurgery: Requirements, Workflow & Ergonomic Considerations(Post)Stereo microscopes play a critical role in micro-dissection and microsurgical workflows where precision, depth perception, and operator comfort are essential. Unlike compound microscopes, stereo micro
How to Calculate Microscope On-Screen Magnification(Post)A common question when viewing a microscopy image on a large screen is: What is the total magnification I am viewing on my monitor?" In order to correctly calculate the answer to this question, we mus
How to Take Pictures Through A Microscope(Post)How To Take Photos Through A Microscope and Pictures Of Microscope Slides? Microscopy cameras have evolved drastically over the years and can now easily take photos of microscope slides or whatever yo
Stereo Microscope Inspection Guide for Quality Control(Post)Why Use a Stereo Microscope? A stereo microscope provides critical advantages over naked eye inspection for quality control. Magnifies surface details 10-40x larger than visible to human eye. Creates
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
Microscopy Cameras and Foam Under the Microscope(Post)Microscopy cameras allow you to connect your microscope directly to a computer through the USB or Firewire port and view a live image on the computer. Many of these cameras include software for captur
Sand Under a Microscope: What It Really Looks Like(Post)Most of us walk across sand without giving it a second thought. Whether it's on a beach, a hiking trail, or a playground, sand looks like millions of tiny grains blended together. Place those same gra
How Magnification of Digital Microscopes is Calculated(Post)Many digital microscopes do not utilize eyepieces and magnification is calculated based on the size of the monitor being used. How to Calculate Digital Microscope On-Screen Magnfication On-Screen Magn
Vinyl Record under the Microscope(Post)Microscope World recently took an old vinyl record and put it under a metallurgical microscope to see what the grooves looked like at high magnification. This first vinyl record image was captured at
