Modern Microscopy: A Handbook for Beginners and Students; The Microscope and Instructions for Its Use; Microscopic Objects: How Prepared and Mounted (Classic Reprint)

M. I. Cross

ISBN 10: 1332043852 / ISBN 13: 9781332043859

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Modern Microscopy: A Handbook for Beginners and Students; The Microscope and Instructions for Its Use; Microscopic Objects: How Prepared and Mounted (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332043852
• ISBN 13: 9781332043859
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Unlock the practical world of microscopy with a comprehensive, hands-on guide.

This edition bundled with detailed instructions on optical construction, illumination, and the many accessories that make microscopy possible. It also covers specimen preparation, including hardening, embedding, staining, and mounting, along with methods for preparing animal, plant, and mineral samples. The book rounds out its scope with sections on petrographic and entomological work, making it a solid reference for students and practitioners who want reliable, workable techniques.

• Learn how to choose, center, and use microscopes and objectives, including various eyepieces and condensers.
• Master staining and mounting techniques for tissues, cells, bacteria, and special samples.
• Explore embedding, sectioning, and mounting processes for both biological and mineral specimens.
• Discover practical notes on handling, preserving, and examining a wide range of subjects, from foods to diatoms and fossils.

Ideal for readers who want clear, applicable guidance in the day-to-day use of microscopes and in preparing specimens for study.