Images and a brief history of developments in the microscope over time.

Includes sections on the history of the microscope, and various creatures you can see with one, including: tree, insects, and microscopic pond life.

View scanning electron microscope pictures of interesting creatures and household items. Offers a simulation of using an electron microscope.

Colorized photographs of insects and microbes taken from an electron microscope at the University of Hawaii.

Offers a definition, history, types, and pictures. The site was put together as a class project.

Includes a photo, the parts, how it works, magnification, resolution, and activities.

Introduction to research on history of the microscope.

View samples from one of these categories: nature, word around your house, and the world of science and technology.

Definitions and types of microscopes, along with connections to telescopes and lenses.

Choose samples and prepare them for viewing with the electron microscope