Microscopes

Microscopes

1. Light Microscope

   • Magnification - x1500
     • Resolution - 200nm
   • 1.) Uses light to enlarge and resolute an image. 2.) A wide range of specimens can be viewed with thid microscope. 3.) Light microscopes produce 2D images.

2. Specicmen

   • staining - staining the specimen with a substance like iodine to make things more easier to see.
   • Sectioning - covering the specimen to protect it from being damages and making it easier to see soft tissue.