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The Microscope and Histology, Vol. 1: For the Use of Laboratory Students in the Anatomical Department of Cornell University; The Microscope and Microscopical Methods Illustrated (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Simon Henry Gage

 
9780331946253: The Microscope and Histology, Vol. 1: For the Use of Laboratory Students in the Anatomical Department of Cornell University; The Microscope and Microscopical Methods Illustrated (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Master the microscope and histology with a thorough, hands‑on guide.

This revised Part I from The Microscope and Histology series offers clear instruction for laboratory students, detailing the microscope, its parts, care, and everyday use. It also introduces essential topics in magnification, micrometry, drawing, and mounting, all geared toward practical understanding and reliable results.

This edition emphasizes active learning through exercises that bring theory to life. Readers will find explanations of optical principles, measurement techniques, and the tools that make microscopic study possible, from camera lucida drawing to mounting and labeling preparations.
  • Step‑by‑step guidance on interpreting appearances and measuring objects under the lens
  • Instructions for using the camera lucida to produce accurate scientific drawings
  • Techniques for mounting, labeling, cataloging, and storing microscopical preparations
  • Practical notes on different objectives, illumination methods, and micrometry accuracy
Ideal for students of anatomy and vertebrate histology, and for anyone building hands‑on microscopy skills.

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