Category: December, 2008

Purchasing Considerations

Here is a brief check list of issues to consider when purchasing microscopes.

Observing leaf veins

This is a simple but somewhat time-consuming preparatory technique. It is possible to isolate the vascular bundles of certain leaves and prepare them for microscopic observation. The prepared leaf veins make an ideal specimen for stereo microscopy. The microscope allows the students to perform a quality-check of their preparation.

Lens Errors

Modern microscope optics correct a range of different lens errors or aberrations. Here is a short description of some common lens errors.

Magnification and Resolution

Magnification and Resolution – briefly explained in easy words.

Routine Microscope Maintenance

Course work can be quite tough on the devices and a regular functionality check prolongs the life of the instrument.

Purchasing (new) Microscopes

So, what should you look out for when purchasing a new compound microscope? What are the key variables? There are several quality criteria that need to be taken into consideration.