The Preparation and Mounting of Microscopic Objects (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2019
- Hardcover
- New

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- Title
- The Preparation and Mounting of Microscopic Objects (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Thomas Davies
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2019
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- HRD
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0265231957
- ISBN 13
- 9780265231951
- Item weight
- 429 grams
Master the basics of preparing and mounting microscopic objects for clear, reliable viewing.
This practical guide covers how to keep slides clean, how to select the right thickness and type of glass, and how to prepare covers and supports for delicate specimens. It also explains hands-on methods for mounting teeth, bone, hairs, and horns, and how to handle thin glass and specialized tools to achieve accurate results under high magnification.
- Choosing and cleaning slides to avoid a dusty or dirty look under the microscope
- Selecting thin glass covers and learning when to use different thicknesses
- Mounting techniques, including dry mounting and balsam mounting, for a variety of specimens
- Practical measures and simple aids for accurate sizing and preparation tools
Ideal for readers beginning in microscopy who need clear, step-by-step, hands-on guidance.
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