Keep the microscope covered to prevent the build-up while it is being stored. HOW TO USE THE MICROSCOPE: 1. Turn on the lamp. 2. Place a sample of what you wish to observe on a slide. 3. Move the mirror so it reflects(反射) light from the room up into the objectiv...
Generally, a lens providing higher magnification will also provide better resolution. These two factors working together are very important in determining how a microscope works? How Does a Microscope Work? –Resolution The resolution of a specimen is highly dependent upon the light waves. The shorte...
LightA: Contrary to popular opinion, we don't use electron microscopes to look at electrons. We use...doi:10.2505/4/sc13_051_01_76Robertson, BillNational Science Teachers AssociationScience & ChildrenRobe...
The first step is to go over all parts of the microscope and get a good idea of where everything is and what everything does – especially any dials or other interactive features. This is best done while standing in front of the microscope where you would normally use it, but you should...
The human eye misses a lot -- enter the incredible world of the microscopic! Explore how a light microscope works.
A light microscope, whether a simple student microscope or a complex research microscope, has the following basic systems: Specimen control- hold and manipulate the specimenstage- where the specimen restsclips- used to hold the specimen still on the stage (Because you are looking at a magnified...
What Is a Dark Field Microscope?– Just how does one view a translucent specimen? Not with the typical amount of light on a clear background! Enter dark field microscopy, a fun and fascinating way to view certain specimens. How to Draw a Microscope Slide– In the age of digital cameras,...
The basic rule is that the tools you use have to be smaller than the things you're using them on.Photo: Inside an atom: electrons are the particles in shells (orbitals) around the nucleus (center).And the same goes for science. The smallest thing you can see with a microscope is ...
How to use a flashlight or other light to spot building contaminants on surfaces. The fact that mold is "hidden" or hard to spot on some surfaces in buildings does not mean you cannot find it. While this is perfectly obvious to some folks, too many of us haven't considered that is yo...
If the stain does not cover as needed, get a new piece of paper towel and add more stain until it does. 4. Be sure to wipe off the excess stain with a paper towel. Troubleshooting Occasionally you may have trouble with working your microscope. Here are some common problems and solutions...