Dictionary of Microscopy

The Dictionary of Microscopy was compiled to meet thischallenge and provides concise definitions of over 2,500 terms usedin the fields of light microscopy, electron microscopy, scanningprobe microscopy, x-ray microscopy and related techniques. Writtenby Dr Julian P. Heath, Editor of Microscopy and Analysis (http://www.microscopy-analysis.com), the dictionary is intended to provide easy navigation through themicroscopy terminology and to be a first point of reference fordefinitions of new and established terms.

The Dictionary of Microscopy is an essential, accessibleresource for:

• students who are new to the field and are learning aboutmicroscopes
• equipment purchasers who want an explanation of the terms usedin manufacturers' literature
• scientists who are considering using a new microscopicaltechnique
• experienced microscopists as an aide mémoire or quicksource of reference
• librarians, the press and marketing personnel who requiredefinitions for technical reports.