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Swift Microscope Parts(Page)
Swift Microscope Parts Historians credit the invention of the compound microscope to the Dutch spectacle maker, Zacharias Janssen, around the year 1590. The compound microscope uses lenses and...
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...
Microscope Images at Various Magnifications(Page)Do you need some examples of images at different magnifications under a microscope? The different images below were taken with two different types of microscopes. The images of Paulownia wood, hair,...
Choosing a College or University Level Microscope(Post)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 expla
Insect Prepared Microscope Slides(Page)The following images were captured using a compound student microscope. These insect prepared microscope slides are included in the Insect Prepared Microscope Slide Kit. You can view all prepared...
Measuring with a Microscope(Page)When we measure everyday items most of us will grab a ruler in order to make a measurement. When using a microscope, generally magnification is higher and a ruler will not work unless you are using a...
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...
Microscope Service (Page)Microscope World offers microscope service and maintenance. With over 100 years of combined experience, our microscope service technicians know that you depend on your products to perform daily. Our...
What Microscope Magnification Should I Start With?(Post)What Objective Magnification Should I Start With? An important point to understand when working with compound microscopes and their objective lenses is that the field of view changes as the magnificat
Spirogyra Under the Microscope(Post)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 a
Microscope Cleaning Information(Page)Make sure that you only clean your microscope lenses when they are dirty and use the proper materials! You can purchase a microscope cleaning items here. If your objective lenses are dirty, you...
Cleaning Microscope Lenses(Page)The best way to avoid having to clean the lenses on your microscope is to use it carefully and keep it covered when not in use. If a lens gets dirty or gummed up, here's what you should do. Most...
