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A world of pleasure, excitement, and new knowledge awaits those who learn to use a microscope, where table salt crystals become jewels and a drop of water teems with life. This guide is designed for anyone interested in exploring this realm, regardless of prior experience. It uses non-technical language and illustrations to explain how microscopes operate and how to choose the right one. Readers will learn to adjust the instrument and position specimens for viewing, starting with simple objects like human hair and milk. The author anticipates every question, providing clear answers on how to prepare and care for the microscope and specimens. As readers gain confidence, they delve into examining insect parts, diatoms, plankton, and more. Step-by-step techniques are introduced, including the use of chloroform, preparing permanent slides, and conducting dissections. The text covers methods to detect fat, find Vitamin C in foods, prepare frogs for examination, and distinguish bacteria. Following these instructions opens the door to the fascinating world of microscopy, which has transformed science and can spark a lifelong interest, hobby, or career. This book serves as a comprehensive resource for adults and students alike, whether they seek education or have a simple curiosity about the microscopic world around us, featuring 119 photographs and drawings.
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The Microscope and How to Use It, Georg Stehli
- Langue
- Année de publication
- 1970
- Reliure
- (souple),
- État du livre
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- Titre
- The Microscope and How to Use It
- Langue
- Anglais
- Auteurs
- Georg Stehli
- Éditeur
- Dover Publications
- Publié
- 1970
- Format
- souple
- Pages
- 176
- ISBN10
- 0486225755
- ISBN13
- 9780486225753
- Séries
- Catégories
- Mots clés
- Manuels et guides, Science
- Description
- A world of pleasure, excitement, and new knowledge awaits those who learn to use a microscope, where table salt crystals become jewels and a drop of water teems with life. This guide is designed for anyone interested in exploring this realm, regardless of prior experience. It uses non-technical language and illustrations to explain how microscopes operate and how to choose the right one. Readers will learn to adjust the instrument and position specimens for viewing, starting with simple objects like human hair and milk. The author anticipates every question, providing clear answers on how to prepare and care for the microscope and specimens. As readers gain confidence, they delve into examining insect parts, diatoms, plankton, and more. Step-by-step techniques are introduced, including the use of chloroform, preparing permanent slides, and conducting dissections. The text covers methods to detect fat, find Vitamin C in foods, prepare frogs for examination, and distinguish bacteria. Following these instructions opens the door to the fascinating world of microscopy, which has transformed science and can spark a lifelong interest, hobby, or career. This book serves as a comprehensive resource for adults and students alike, whether they seek education or have a simple curiosity about the microscopic world around us, featuring 119 photographs and drawings.