Types of Microscopes

Compound Microscope = Viewing small, thinly sliced specimens Scanning Electron Microscope = Detailed surface examination of specimens Transmission Electron Microscope = Viewing internal structure of specimens at high resolution Fluorescence Microscope = Observing fluorescently labeled specimens

Compound Microscope = Uses multiple lenses for magnification Scanning Electron Microscope = Produces 3D images of specimens Transmission Electron Microscope = Passes electrons through specimen for imaging Fluorescence Microscope = Excites fluorophores to emit light

Compound Microscope = Limited depth of field Scanning Electron Microscope = Requires vacuum environment for operation Transmission Electron Microscope = Specimens must be extremely thin Fluorescence Microscope = Limited resolution for fine details

<p>Compound Microscope = Biological research and education Scanning Electron Microscope = Material science and nanotechnology research Transmission Electron Microscope = Cell biology and molecular biology research Fluorescence Microscope = Cell imaging and microbiology research</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Compound Microscope = Versatile for various specimen types Scanning Electron Microscope = High resolution for surface details Transmission Electron Microscope = High magnification for internal structures Fluorescence Microscope = Selective visualization using fluorescent labels</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Compound Microscope = Uses two sets of lenses to magnify the image Stereo Microscope = Provides a 3D view of the specimen Digital Microscope = Captures and displays images on a screen Electron Microscope = Uses a beam of electrons for high-resolution imaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Objective Lens = Primary lens that magnifies the specimen Eyepiece = Contains the lens through which the viewer looks Stage = Platform where the specimen is placed for viewing Illuminator = Light source that illuminates the specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Phase Contrast Microscopy = Enhances contrast of transparent specimens Fluorescence Microscopy = Visualizes specific structures using fluorescent dyes Confocal Microscopy = Produces sharp images of a thin section of a specimen Darkfield Microscopy = Illuminates specimens against a dark background</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Oil Immersion Lens = Increases resolution by reducing light refraction Micrometer Eyepiece = Measures the size of objects under the microscope Filter Holder = Allows insertion of filters for specialized imaging Reticle Eyepiece = Contains a grid for measuring and sizing objects</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gram Staining = Classifies bacteria into Gram-positive and Gram-negative Hematoxylin and Eosin Staining = Highlights cell structures in tissue samples Methylene Blue Staining = Stains living cells for observation under a microscope Periodic Acid-Schiff Staining = Identifies carbohydrates and glycoproteins in tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers