T720 Series Microscope
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7. General Microscopy Guide
Microscopes come in a wide variety of types with many different features. Each
AmScope model is designed for specific uses and specific users. This glossary will help
illustrate what the variations mean and why they are useful.
Compound and Stereo Microscopes
Using a compound or a stereo microscope
depends on the specimen being studied.
Compound microscopes are best for smaller
transparent specimens, like slides and biological
subjects.
Compound microscopes show a two-dimensional
image of the specimen (usually reversed and
upside-down)
The common magnification range of our
compound microscopes is between 40X-1000X,
could be up to 2500X. You need a minimum of
400X to study cell structure.
Stereo microscopes are best for larger specimens
you cannot see through.
Stereo microscopes show a 3D image. Three
dimensional imaging is perfect for performing
dissections, repairing circuit boards, studying
fossils and gems or examining any specimen
where you want to use your hands.
The magnification range of our stereo microscopes
is between 2X to 225X.
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