What Does Blood Look Like Under a Microscope? (With Pictures)
Without an optical instrument, you’d assume that blood is a uniformly red liquid, like water mixed with some food coloring. Your blood will always be red, and the liquid is not just a liquid, as it also has some basic building blocks called cells. If you zoom even further using a microscope, you’ll be able […]
Continue readingWhen Do You Use a Fluorescence Microscope?
There have been several advancements in microscopy techniques over the years. These range from traditional optical microscopes to more modern electron microscopes. One of these techniques is fluorescence microscopy. It uses lasers and fluorescent dyes to observe living cells in greater detail. A fluorescence microscope helps study living cells. Carl Reichert, August Weisse, and Richard […]
Continue readingWhat Does the Diaphragm Do on a Microscope? Pros, Cons, Types, & FAQ
The microscope is made up of many interworking parts. For the whole microscope to work properly, there must be enough light, and that light must be magnified. The microscope diaphragm is what controls how much light hits the specimen and what shape it takes. Without the diaphragm, you won’t be able to see the specimen […]
Continue readingWhat Are Refracting Telescopes? Pros, Cons, Types, & FAQ
After the invention of the first telescope in 1608¹, there has been a constant effort to improve this technology. Many significant breakthroughs in understanding the universe have been made through advances in telescope design. All these advancements revolve around the utilization of light in different ways. An example is a refracting telescope, which uses a […]
Continue readingMarsh Wren: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
The Marsh Wren is a small songbird within the Wren family. This species can be found all throughout continental America and parts of Canada and Mexico during different parts of the season. The species was first identified in 1810. Since then, 15 subspecies have been recognized. If you are getting into bird watching, it’s important […]
Continue reading16 Types of Blackbirds in New York (With Pictures)
Blackbirds are a fascinating species part of the Icteridae family. In North America, these birds are called “New World Blackbirds” to differentiate them from European blackbirds. Most blackbirds are agricultural pests, but you can’t deny their beautiful and unique features. New York is home to a wide range of blackbirds, including the Yellow-headed Blackbird, Scott’s […]
Continue readingAre Buzzards Dangerous to Humans or Pets? What to Know!
Buzzards, turkey vultures, and hawks are used interchangeably in different parts of the world.1 These terms refer to large scavengers that circle over property or dead animals. These birds look pretty intimidating with red, wrinkly necks. Luckily, buzzards don’t harm humans or large animals. Buzzards stay away from humans and preferably feast on dead animals. […]
Continue readingWhat Is the Best Shutter Speed for Portraits? (Easy-to-Use Guide)
Shutter speed is a setting that’s often discussed in wildlife and sports photography, where there may be movement and action involved. But this setting has a fundamental impact on portrait photography too. Understanding how shutter speed works and why it matters will help you choose the optimum settings for your camera, and elevate the quality […]
Continue readingWhat Is Working Distance In A Microscope? A Complete Guide
If you know how to handle a microscope, you need to know what working distance is, as it’s essential to operate a microscope properly. While we will provide detailed explanations throughout the article, we want to explain this term first. Working distance in a microscope is the required distance between the top of the object […]
Continue readingWhat Can You Hunt in Montana? 9 Common Game Species
Montana is no less than a heaven for hunters. It is home to various game species, such as ducks, geese, elk, pronghorn, bear, mountain goat, and many more. So, no matter what you want to hunt, you will likely find it in Montana. You’ll need a hunting license to start capturing game species in Montana. […]
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