Microscope for Beginners - Questions and Answers

Let's talk through some common issues and questions that beginners experience when learning to use a microscope. Please post your questions using the comments section below. We're counting on the community to help answer one another's questions. In this video, we'll explore: • Common mistakes • Keeping both eyes open • Artifacts or specimens • Finding and centering the specimen • Oil immersion - how it works • Cleaning Check out our "Use and Care of a Microscope" video: https://youtu.be/ROsc-IrJJ6M BioNetwork's Virtual Microscope app is available for desktop and iPads (via the AppStore). It's a fully interactive 3D scope. https://www.ncbionetwork.org/educational-resources/elearning/interactive-elearning-tools/virtual-microscope Filmed in partnership with: Gaston College Randolph Community College Wake Tech Community College Special thanks to: Ashley Hagler Donna Perry, PhD Joe Issa Jorge Vasquez-Kool, PhD Copyright © 2017 NC Community Colleges and BioNetwork