Notes On Microscopical Methods (1887)

Notes On Microscopical Methods is a book written by Simon Henry Gage in 1887. The book is a comprehensive guide to the use of the microscope in scientific research, covering a wide range of topics related to microscopical methods. Gage was a prominent American biologist and microscopist, and his expertise is evident in the thoroughness of the book's contents.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of microscopical methods. The first section covers the basics of microscopy, including the different types of microscopes and their components, as well as techniques for preparing specimens for observation. The second section focuses on staining techniques, which are used to enhance the contrast and visibility of different structures within a specimen. The third section covers the use of polarized light microscopy, which is used to study the properties of materials that interact with polarized light.The fourth section of the book covers the use of the microscope in the study of living organisms, including techniques for observing and manipulating living cells and tissues. The fifth section covers the use of the microscope in the study of minerals and other non-living materials, including techniques for identifying and characterizing different types of minerals.Throughout the book, Gage provides detailed instructions and practical advice for using the microscope effectively in scientific research. He also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts and techniques he describes. Notes On Microscopical Methods is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the use of the microscope in scientific research, and it remains a classic text in the field of microscopy more than a century after its initial publication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.