Microscopy : a very short introduction
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- ISBN: 9780198701262
- ISBN: 0198701268
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Physical Description:
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xvi, 136 pages : illustrations ; 18 cm. - Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2015.
- Copyright: ©2015.
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Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 127-129) and index. |
Formatted Contents Note: | Microscopy and the discovery of a new world -- A spectrum of microscopies -- Light microscopy : from Abbe to superresolution -- Identifying what we see -- Electron microscopy and the dawn of atomic resolution -- The electron microscopy of surfaces -- Magnification by other routes -- The impact of microscopy. |
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Microscopy: a Very Short Introduction
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Microscopy: a Very Short Introduction
Microscopy is a dynamic area of science, incorporating both basic classroom microscopes and sophisticated research style instruments that can be driven by light, electrons, or X-rays. The rate of advance in the area over the last 50 years has led to a number of technological advances. In this Very Short Introduction Terence Allen, an established expert on microscope techniques, describes the scientific principles behind the main forms of microscopy, and the exciting new developments in the field. Focusing on the main underlying principles, and introducing the power of what is achievable today using microscopes, Allen demonstrates how microscopy impinges on almost every aspect of our daily lives; from medical diagnosis to quality control in manufacture. Beginning with a brief history of the early stages of microscopy development, Allen then concludes with a comprehensive account of the diverse spectrum of microscopy available today. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.