Topic 2 - Special Microscopes Flashcards
1
Q
Stereomicroscope
A
Used for large objects
Used in microsurgery
Two independent eyepieces
2
Q
Dark Field Microscope
A
Condenser produces dark background
Only scattered light is detected
Used for unstainable bacteria
3
Q
Phase Contrast
A
Used for unfixed, unstained, living material.
4
Q
Nomarksy’s Interferences
A
Shows components with shadows
5
Q
Polarisation Microscope
A
2 polaroid filters
Allows only polarised light through
Used for bio. membranes
6
Q
Fluorescence Microscope
A
UV Light
Light filtered before and after specimen
7
Q
Confocal Scanning Microscope
A
Uses lasers
Single plane of focus - Sharper
