Harry wrote:
> This is a successive question about microscope question raised in previous
> post.
>> How high is the magnification do I need to see the molecules and atoms?
> For example, a blood sample.
> I heard that slide is a lot of investment after the purchase of a
> microscope. Can I find and borrow that from a local general public library?
> I am located in northern Virginia--Fairfax county, close to Washington DC.
>> Thanks first.
Looking back of this, and the related thread on purchase of the microscope
itself, I want to strongly recommend that you look at the Edmund Scientific
catalog for microscopes as well as slides/slide sets. I saw some microscopes in
there that will most certainly meet all of your needs, will cost you less than
$500 and carry a 5 year warranty as well. I haven't seen their guide to
purchasing microscopes but it might be a good idea to get a copy of that before
making any decisions. Overall, your description of possible uses does not
indicate to me a need for a research-grade microscope, costing $1,000 or more.
Note that I am not affiliated with Edmund Scientific in any way, it just appears
to me that they have stuff that will meet your need admirably.
--
Larry D. Farrell, Ph.D.
Professor of Microbiology
Idaho State University
