Embedding in Canada balsam

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
• Content available with matching multimedia files