Embedding in Canada balsam

Article no. P1440801 | Type: Experiments

10 Minutes

30 Minutes

grades 7-10

easy

Pupils

Principle

To make permanent microscopic slides, the specimens must be fully dehydrated and fixated, be very thin, and naturally sealed free of air. Natural resins such as Canada balm and malinol can be used to accomplish the exclusion of air. These materials solidify after drying up and become as transparent as glass. Air bubbles that might become entrapped will migrate to the edges.

Benefits

Experiment is part of a complete solution set with a total of 50 experiments for all microscopy applications
With student worksheet, appropriate for all class levels
With detailed instructor information, incl. sample microscopy image
Optimized for tight schedules, i.e. minimum preparation time required
Microscopy solution set specifically designed to include all required accessories
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