Right -- Here is a very newbie question. Don't laugh unless you absolutely have to. And if you do, have a nice beer to go along with it!
Awhile ago I got a new microscope and it came with an oil immersion lens...
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My problem is I have no real idea on how to use it as I've never used one before. A friend of mine was going to come over to show me some of this stuff but she just hasn't had the time. So, I've avoided using it as I've been rather frightened of my ignorance of such things. Anyway, now I need to use it -- I bought a really nice slide of Bacillus anthracis that I'd love to be able to see and photograph clearly.
So, my question is how do I properly use an oil immersion lens? I do have the oil, and I know I put a drop on the slide and swing the objective into it, but after that I have little knowledge. And, most importantly, how do I properly clean the objective and the slide when I'm done?
Thanks for any help any of you may be able to provide. And remember: When drinking your beer try not to blow any out through your nose. It can be most uncomfortable!