Paperback. Insects, and their close relatives, the arachnids, centipedes, millipedes and woodlice, make ideal material for study by the recreational microscopist. Moreover for the entomologist, the addition of the use of the microscope to their tool kit adds a whole new dimension to their study, revealing in finest detail the appearance and structure of these tiny creatures. This book reveals the basics of insect microscopy, explaining what equipment is needed and how to get the best out of it. Topics covered include: . Insects and their relatives . Trapping insects for study . Dissection . Slide mounting . Publishing your work AUTHOR: Andrew Chick has been fascinated by the insect world since childhood. He holds a BSc in Evironmental Biology, and MSc in Forensic Science and is currently working towards a PhD in Forensic Entomology. He is a Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society and enjoys dield work and species identification. SELLING POINTS: . A fascinating guide to the basics of insect microscopy that will make ideal study material for the recreational microscopist. . Will be of great interest to science students, entomologists, particularly beginners to the subject. . Gives advice on what equipment is needed, trapping insects for study, dissection, slide mounting and much, much more. . Beautifully illustrated with 140 colour photographs. . Andrew Chick is a consulting entomologist and a PhD student currently studying forensic entomology. 140 colour photos Insects, and their close relatives, the arachnids, centipedes, millipedes and woodlice, make ideal material for study by the recreational microscopist. This book reveals the basics of insect microscopy, explaining what equipment is needed and how to get the best out of it. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Insect Microscopy (Paperback)
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd, Ramsbury
Publication Date: 2016
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1785002015
ISBN 13: 9781785002014
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new

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Insects, and their close relatives, the arachnids, centipedes, millipedes and woodlice, make ideal material for study by the recreational microscopist. Moreover for the entomologist, the addition of the use of the microscope to their tool kit adds a whole new dimension to their study, revealing in finest detail the appearance and structure of these tiny creatures. This book reveals the basics of insect microscopy, explaining what equipment is needed and how to get the best out of it.

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Author Andrew Chick has been fascinated by the insect world since childhood. He holds a BSc in Environmental Biology, and MSc in Forensic Science and is currently working towards a PhD in Forensic Entomology. He is a Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society and enjoys field work and species identification.

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