Light Microscopy and Magnification Flashcards

1
Q

How to scan a specimen?

A

You go on the top left corner of the specimen and scan along the x-axis and then move down the y axis then repeat

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What things effect image quality?

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Brightness
Focus
Contrast
Resolution

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3
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What are some common microscopy issues?

A

Image is too dark
Spot in viewing field
Can’t see anything under high power
Only half the viewing field is lit

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