The Paper Project - History of the Microscope
Definitions and types of microscopes, along with connections to telescopes and lenses. Includes names of inventor's contributions and illustrative images.
Virtual Electron Microscope
Choose samples and prepare them for viewing with the electron microscope
A-Z Microscope: History of the Microscope
Images and a brief history of developments in the microscope over time.
The History of the Microscope
Introduction to research on history of the microscope.
The Compound Light Microscope
Includes a photo, the parts, how it works, magnification, resolution, and activities.
Synchrotron FAQs: A Racetrack for Electrons
Offers a look at the Canadian Light Source Synchrotron. Contains how it works, and applications.
Dennis Kunkel's Microscopy
View scanning electron microscope pictures of interesting creatures and household items. Offers a simulation of using an electron microscope.
An Introduction to Microscopy
Includes sections on the history of the microscope, and various creatures you can see with one, including: tree, insects, and microscopic pond life.
The MicroScape Virtual Laboratory
View samples from one of these categories: nature, word around your house, and the world of science and technology.
MicroAngela's Electron Microscope Image Gallery
Colorized photographs of insects and microbes taken from an electron microscope at the University of Hawaii.
Microscopes
Offers a definition, history, types, and pictures. The site was put together as a class project.
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