This is an excellent introduction for buddin g scientists determined to see what things really look like under a microscope. It gives practical advice on how to use a microscope properly '
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Grade 4-8-Double-page spreads explore objects and organisms that can be viewed with a microscope. Individual topics, such as "Body Cells" or "Water Plants," are grouped into larger categories including "The Human Body" and "Plants and Fungi." Various kinds of microscopes and microscopy techniques, not always covered in books on this subject, are also discussed, including electron microscopes, scanning tunneling microscopes, acoustic microscopes, and the use of polarizing filters. Insets give instructions and helpful hints on using an optical microscope. Although the text is clearly written, dangling participles and other grammatical errors exist. All pages are lavishly splashed with eye-catching photographs. While the fascinating illustrations are sure to spark students' interest, the fact that most are computer enhanced may lead to disappointment when they are confronted with the typically gray-toned views through a real microscope. Libraries may want to pair this volume with more detailed titles such as Werner Nachtigall's Exploring with the Microscope (Sterling, 1995) or with historical presentations such as Gail Stewart's Microscopes: Bringing the Unseen World into Focus (Lucent, 1992; o.p.).
Stephanie Bianchi, National Science Foundation Library, VA
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Stephanie Bianchi, National Science Foundation Library, VA
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great book for child scientists,
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This review is from: The Usborne Complete Book of the Microscope (Complete Books) (Paperback)
Since Usborne books are geared for children, not professionals, it is written exactly the way it should be. My kids' classmates were fascinated with the pictures. The fifth graders were just starting to use microscopes and this book really whet their appetites. They went on to find more microscope books and information.
12 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
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Not For Serious Microscope Users,
This review is from: The Usborne Complete Book of the Microscope (Complete Books) (Paperback)
This is a book aimed at children or novice adults.There is nothing in it for an experienced microscopist.
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