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What is a microscope used for in the KOH process
In the potassium hydroxide (KOH) process, a microscope is used to examine samples prepared using the KOH technique. This process is commonly employed in medical mycology to detect fungal elements...
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Microscopes and MOHS surgery
A Mohs surgeon uses a microscope primarily for the precise examination of excised tissue during Mohs micrographic surgery. Mohs surgery is a specialized surgical technique used to treat certain types...
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Do I need a flipout condenser for my 2X objective?
Before we explain what a flipout condenser is used for, let's answer the question for this site. Most of the Olympus and Nikon microscopes we provide at Microscope Marketplace require a...
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POL Strain Free Objectives, what are they?
A strain-free polarized light (pol) microscope objective is a specialized type of objective lens designed specifically for polarized light microscopy. It is optimized to work with polarized light to reveal...
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12 business sectors where microscopes are used
Microscopes are widely used in various fields and industries due to their ability to magnify and observe small objects and structures in detail. Some common areas where microscopes are used...
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The difference between Coarse and Fine Focus on your microscope
Coarse and fine focus are two types of adjustments found on a microscope that are used to bring the specimen into clear focus and achieve a sharp, detailed image. They...
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The anatomy of a compound microscope
The microscope is a complex optical instrument used for magnifying and observing small objects or specimens that are not visible to the naked eye. Its anatomy consists of various components...
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How does a Microscope Objective actually work?
A microscope objective is a critical component of a microscope that gathers and magnifies the light coming from a specimen to create a detailed and enlarged image. It plays a...
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How does a Phase Contrast objective work actually work?
A phase-contrast microscope objective is a specialized lens used in microscopy to enhance the visibility and contrast of transparent or low-contrast specimens. It allows for the visualization of cellular structures...
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Everything you need to know about your microscopes eyepieces
Microscopes typically have different types of eyepieces (also known as oculars) that can be interchanged to provide various viewing experiences and functionalities. The choice of eyepieces depends on the specific...
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