Introduces how microscopes work, their history and what they can reveal about fibres, the human body, plants, insects and crystals. Includes electron microscope images and experiments. The companion web site provides links to the recommended web sites described in the book.
Breathtaking photographs reveal the secrets of the micro world, from algae to atoms, dust to GNA, and flies' eyes to flu viruses. Ages 9+.
Under a Microscope
Explores objects and organisms that can be viewed with a microscope and discusses various kinds of microscopes and microscopy techniques.
Shows how to get the best from various types of microscopes, and suggests projects which reveal the detail of everyday objects.
This volume reveals the secrets of the micro world, from algae to atoms, dust to DNA and flies' eyes to flu viruses.
Under the Microscope
This book provides detailed and fully illustrated advice on choosing and using the appropriate type of light microscope for a particular application.