Microscope Microscopy
- is a scientific instrument used to make small - The science and technique of using a
objects look bigger, allowing us to see details that microscope to observe and study objects
are too tiny to be seen by the naked eye. that are too small to be seen with the naked
eye.
Light Microscopy – uses visible light (like the
compound microscope in schools).
Electron Microscopy – uses beams of
electrons for super high magnification (used
in research labs).
Magnification - The ability of a microscope to
Magnification - the ability of a microscope to make an
make an object
object
appear larger than its actual size.
appear larger than its actual size.
Resolution - The ability of a microscope to show
details clearly and distinguish two objects that
are very close together as
separate.
Different Types of Microscopes
Resolution - The ability of a microscope to show
details clearly and distinguish two objects that
are very close together as
separate.
Compound Microscope
- Uses visible light and two or more lenses
(ocular + objectives).
- Magnification: up to about 1,000x.
- Commonly used in schools and
basic laboratories.
Parts of a Compound Microscope