Understanding the Light Microscope: A Computer-Aided Introduction (With CD-ROM)

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Understanding the Light Microscope consists of four original computer programs with an explanatory book. Author Dan Goldstein says using the programs can teach aspects of microscopy and diffraction often missed from formal courses, adding, "... what one non-mathematician has created should not be beyond the understanding of others!" The book aims to provide understanding at a level deeper than customary in existing texts and in a form accessible to microscope users, particularly biologists. It covers simple ray optics, the aberrations of "real" (thick) lenses, polarized light, and the influence of diffraction on imaging. The book can be read alone, but appreciation of its contents is greatly enhanced when used in conjunction with the programs.
D J Goldstein was a Nuffield Dominion Travelling Fellow at Oxford University and a visiting Professor in Pittsburgh. He taught at the Universities of the Witwatersrand (Johannesburg, South Africa) and Sheffield (UK) while publishing research in embryology, histology, immunology, histochemistry and microscopy. Since retiring in 1989 as Reader in Anatomy at Sheffield University, he has been an independent research worker in biomedical science.

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* Aids insight into microscope operation and imitations
* The approach is non-mathematical, yet in-depth
* Enables lecture time to be replaced by learning assignments
* Includes a help function for all four programs
* The programs have been tried and tested by 2nd and 3rd year biomedical undergraduates

Introduction to Light Microscopy (Microscopy Handbooks)

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Introduction to Light Microscopy (Microscopy Handbooks)
Mrs H Bradbury
Manufacturer: Garland Science
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ASIN: 1859961215

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This is an introductory book on the light microscope, in the outstanding tradition of the Royal Microscopical Society. It begins with a consideration of the interactions of light with matter and the use of the stereo low-power microscope. Subsequent chapters describe the high-power compound microscope, describing both the older stand with separate lamp as well as the later research models with integral illumination and infinity-corrected optics. Other chapters cover the basic optics of the instrument, together with a description of the different types of condensers, objectives and eye pieces. The final chapter is devoted to the correct use of the microscope (so as to obtain the best possible image) and caring for the instrument. It contains a check list to help in diagnosing and curing troubles and dissatisfaction with the image, as well as a glossary and list of further reading.

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Mineralogy Book
The Handy Dandy Guide
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Great book
Good undergrad college textbook for optical mineralogy.

Introduction to Optical Mineralogy
William D. Nesse
Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0195060245

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This is an ideal textbook for both advanced undergraduates and graduate students. It contains valuable coverage of the optical properties of minerals, as well as up-to-date descriptions of common rock-forming minerals. The chapters on optical theory include discussions of the nature and properties of light, the petrographic microscope, and the behavior of light in isotropic materials and in uniaxial and biaxial anisotropic materials. Thoroughly revised to include recent developments in the field, the book includes step-by-step procedures to guide students through the determination of all optical properties by which minerals are routinely identified with a petrographic microscope. Readers will find descriptive information on over 125 common rock forming minerals, and many photomicrographs and illustrations. The book also includes a flow sheet to guide students through the process of identifying an unknown mineral.

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Mineralogy Book.......2007-01-03

Another fine, informative book that is truly helpful in gemology, as well as the intended geology studies.
Well worth the price.

The Handy Dandy Guide.......2002-04-11

This is a definate must have for all you Geologists out there. No matter what year of school you are in or even if you are no longer in school, but need a bit of reference now and again, this is the book to have. Nesse does an excellent job of clearly explaining and illustrating the optical properties of minerals. He includes all of the essential bits of information that any geologist will need. I highly recommend this book as a great reference tool that any geologist or aspiring geologist should add to their collection of references.

A student's view.......2000-02-06

As a student of Geology, I have used Nesse as my bible for all petrology courses. It is complete, comprehensive and easy to use. A must for all geologists, student or not.

Great book.......1999-12-04

Finally we have a mineralogy text book that will compete with Klein and Hurlbuts's Manual of Mineralogy. The line drawings are outstanding. I am using this text book the next time I teach mineralogy.

Good undergrad college textbook for optical mineralogy........1997-11-17

Remarkably lucid yet accurate presentation of a subject often found difficult by students.

The first third of the text deals with the properties of light, the use and care of the petrographic microscope, and the optical properties of minerals and how to use these to identify mineral grains in thin sections.

Much of the text contains detailed descriptions of the commoner rock-forming minerals from the standpoint of the petrographer. Descriptive diagrams and photographs, and capitalized section headings, separated paragraphs, and all typeface (font) easy to read. Paper is quality glossy and easy to use.

Appendices include Identification Tables based upon various optical properties, tables which have proved their use to students taking the course. Also includes the standard fold-up Interference Color Chart, on quality glossy paper, and on its reverse a table of birefringence versus relief (difference in refractive index).

The author retains consideration for students, including photos of such non-minerals as may confuse the tyro, such as textile fibers, bubbles, and grinding compound, all of which get into thin sections (petrographic slides).

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The authors have completely revised and updated their work to account for new technologies and techniques.

An Introduction to Microscopy by Means of Light, Electrons, X-Rays, or Ultrasound

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An Introduction to Microscopy by Means of Light, Electrons, X-Rays, or Ultrasound
Eugene Rochow
Manufacturer: Springer
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Light Microscopy (The Introduction to Biotechniques Series)

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Light Microscopy (The Introduction to Biotechniques Series)
David J. Rawlins
Manufacturer: Bios Scientific Pub Ltd
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ASIN: 1872748112

Light Spectroscopy (Introduction to Biotechniques)

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Light Spectroscopy (Introduction to Biotechniques)
Dr David Harris
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Spectroscopy and spectrofluorometry are core techniques used throughout biology and medicine. These techniques evolve continuously and this book provides information on the latest advances in spectroscopic methods. Light Spectroscopy begins by describing the basic principles and then provides practical guidance on the wide range of current techniques, their application, and analysis of the results obtained.

Experimental introduction to polarized light (Modern science memoirs)

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Experimental introduction to polarized light (Modern science memoirs)
Horace Harle
Manufacturer: John Murray
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Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: B0008BGXHA

An Introduction to Hot Laser Plasma Physics (Volume 233 in Horizons in World Physics)

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An Introduction to Hot Laser Plasma Physics (Volume 233 in Horizons in World Physics)
A.A. Mak , and N.A. Solovyev
Manufacturer: Nova Science Publishers
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This book is concerned with a rapidly developing area of physics-hot laser plasma and its applications. The book is intended for undergraduate and graduate university students, as well as for those working in this research area professionally. The authors' aim was to give a clear physical description of phenomena involved in the interaction between high power laser radiation and plasma. They tried to avoid cumbersome mathematical calculations but to provide the reader with a physically correct up-to-date picture of the phenomena. The presentation begins with the fundamental concepts of plasma physics, so that the reader does not have to resort to many other source books. Most of the book represents an introduction to the physics of a laser plasma and some of its applications, primarily its use for laser-induced thermonuclear fusion (inertial confine fusion - ICF). The work in this area has lately been very active, so it is premature and even impossible to present the material as a well-established knowledge. We have just tried to introduce the reader to the state of the art and essential aspects of the problem, thus facilitating a more detailed study of particular issues concerning a hot laser plasma and its applications.

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Recipient of the Grand Prix of the Académie Française, Wind, Sand and Stars captures the grandeur, danger, and isolation of flight. Its exciting account of air adventure, combined with lyrical prose and the spirit of a philosopher, makes it one of the most popular works ever written about flying. Translated by Lewis Galantière.

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Sumptuous Banquet.......2007-03-16

Some authors will serve a decent story and nourish a reader's sensibilities adequately enough that the reader feels satisfied to have read it. But Saint-Exupery, in "Wind, Sand and Stars," lovingly prepares and serves a sumptuous banquet in his story that not only leaves us readers feeling very well nourished, but also immerses us in the sensual pleasure of tasting and savoring the dishes he sets before us.

If your literary taste runs to the gourmet, read this book.

Magnificent.......2006-11-22

This book is a gem. I was lucky enough to find a copy a great used book store and have treasured it. Knowing how he died it is especially poignant to read his experiences flying in the early days of flight through fantastic countryside. You will love this book.

exquisite.......2006-11-10

how many of us read NIGHT FLIGHT in high school as quickly as possible? my grown experience of Saint-Exupery is the opposite. i linger over every page. Saint-Exupery provides a literary meal to be savored page by page. call me an escapist but the skies over Buenos Aires never looked so good.

I don't get it........2006-07-30

This was an interestng diversion but hardly the masterpiece that I was led to expect. Pretty ordinary.

A wonderful, easy reading.......2006-04-07

Only on a few occasions in a lifetime is one given the chance to read a novel that so captures the lightness of the human spirit and the joy of living as in Antoine de Saint-Exup?ry's Wind, Sand, and Stars. With elegant, nearly poetic writing, he presents a small collection of stories from a lifetime of philosophy and adventure. Saint-Exup?ry was a French pilot who flew for the postal service A?ropostale in the 1920s, a time period when aviation was still a revolutionary and dangerous activity. Any fears he had were shadowed by his absolute love of flying and passion for soaring high above the earth, away from the material desires and violence of society. This endearing relationship between Saint-Exup?ry and his aircraft shows one of the many ways, as Wind, Sand, and Stars documents, that he finds happiness in his everyday life.

$Winds Aloft: A Pilot\'s Diary$
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Winds Aloft a Pilot's Diary
Reminds me of a Mark Twain snapshot of an American family
What A Great Read!
Aviation story telling for pilots and passengers
GREAT STORIES OF A PILOT

Winds Aloft: A Pilot\'s Diary
C. R. Williams
Manufacturer: Trafford Publishing
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Release Date: 2006-07-06

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THe book is much like a diary of Military and Airline flying inasmuch as it is a collection of short stories. Most of the stories are of a humorous nature, with a few involving some interesting action.

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Winds Aloft a Pilot's Diary.......2006-05-15

If you are a pilot, this certainly is a must read book. Captain Charles "Chick" Williams has unfolded the story of his flying experiences in both an exciting and humorous way. The early years tell of his youth as an "Army Brat" and then on with his own military life, airline experiences and finally retirement. I had the opportunity to meet Chick earlier this year and found his story telling abilities in person equal to his ability to reduce them to writing. I highly recommend this book.

Reminds me of a Mark Twain snapshot of an American family.......2006-04-25

The book is a delightful snapshot of an American family and their travels and travails, as told by pilot and patriot Chick Williams. In the style of Mark Twain, we see and feel what it was like to grow up in small towns, and travel about the world. We are exposed to the behind the scenes antics, and drama, as the jet age comes to full maturity and becomes a part of our lives. As told through the eyes of a commercial airline and Air Force pilot.

What A Great Read!.......2006-04-23

Winds Aloft is a great read for everyone. What a wonderful way to bring to light the dreams of a young man who knew flying was to be his life long career. Some stories are short and others are longer but they all bring the reader into the cockpit of several types of airframes and put us into one of the seats. Well Done Chuck Williams!

Aviation story telling for pilots and passengers.......2006-04-21

Charles Williams gives readers a great look at the experiences of both military and commercial airline pilots. The stories he tells provides a look behind usually closed doors. As a frequent flyer, I am always interested in his insights and stories about commercial aviation. He tells them well here and this book should be a fine reading experience for both pilots and passengers.

GREAT STORIES OF A PILOT.......2006-04-21

CHICK WILLIAMS DIARY IS SPLENDID READING WITH LOTS OF HUMOR. I KNEW HIM AS A BOY AND IT WAS GREAT TO FOLLOW HIS EXCITING LIFE. PILOTS DO HAVE FUN AND CHICK WAS NO EXCEPTION!

21st Century Complete Guide to the U.S. Air Force Arnold Engineering Development Center: Flight Simulation Test Facility, Wind Tunnels, Aerodynamics, Airplanes, ... DOD and NASA Program Support (CD-ROM)

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21st Century Complete Guide to the U.S. Air Force Arnold Engineering Development Center: Flight Simulation Test Facility, Wind Tunnels, Aerodynamics, Airplanes, ... DOD and NASA Program Support (CD-ROM)
World Spaceflight News
Manufacturer: Progressive Management
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM
ASIN: 1592484646

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This CD-ROM provides a thorough guide to the U.S. Air Force Arnold Engineering Development Center. Key topics covered include:

Arnold Engineering Development Center: The World's Premier Flight Simulation Test Facility; USAF AEDC; Aerodynamics; Wind Tunnels; Aeropropulsion; Hypersonics; Rockets; Space Systems; Technology; 2003 Air Show.

AEDC in Tennessee is the most advanced and largest complex of flight simulation test facilities in the world, supporting DOD, NASA, commercial and international customers. Technology areas: Aerodynamics (Wind Tunnels, Store Separation); Aeropropulsion (Jet Engines, Gas Turbines, Altitude Test Cells); Hypersonics (Reentry, Staging, Ballistic Impact); Rockets (Large High Altitude Motor Test Cells and Related Facilities); Space Systems (Manned/Unmanned Spacecraft, Thermal/Vacuum Chambers, Sensors); Technology (Computational Modeling, Instrumentation, SBIR). Wind Tunnel coverage includes Aerodynamic Tunnel 4T and Hypersonic Tunnels; Test Highlights; Facility Capabilities; Systems Tested; News Releases. Test Highlights coverage includes: Aeropropulsion Testing; Commercial Success Stories; Hypersonics Testing; Manufacturing & Design Services; Rocket Testing; Space Simulation Testing; Trisonics Testing; Space Environment Simulation. Coverage features Arnold Engineering Development Center Strategic Plan 2001 document; biographies of 1989-2003 AEDC Fellows; AEDC Trisonics Test Highlights; Advanced Missile Signature Center (AMSC) facility; Aeropropulsion; Aerothermodynamic Measurement Laboratory; Alliances with Boeing, GE, Lockheed Martin, Pratt & Whitney; Annual Reports; NPARC Alliance. Major Systems Tested at AEDC includes listings and photographs of Aircraft Systems, Engines, Missile Systems, and Space Systems Tested including historical material. 2003 Air Show coverage - color photography, news releases, and student/teacher resources.

This CD-ROM has over 4,000 pages reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software - allowing direct viewing on Windows and Macintosh systems, and Reader software is included. Advanced search and indexing features are built into Acrobat Reader, providing a complete full-text index. This enables the user to search for words or phrases using just one search command! The Acrobat cataloging technology adds enormous value and uncommon functionality. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, comprehensive, and portable!

Our CD-ROMs are privately-compiled collections of official public domain U.S. government files and documents - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work, utilizing the benefits of the Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed, searched, or printed without untold hours of tedious searching and downloading. Vast archives of important public domain government information that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This book-on-a-disc makes a great reference work and educational tool.

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Air (The elements Series, Volume 3)

Manufacturer: John Baker Publishers Ltd
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ASIN: B000HCJL0G

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Describes mans efforts to conquer air, the invisible force, through weather prediction and control, flight, the hovercraft boat, and parachuting.

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Air Wind and Flight (Junior Science)
F. Newing
Manufacturer: Merry Thoughts Inc.
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Air, Wind & Flight (Science Workshop)
Pam Robson
Manufacturer: Franklin Watts
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Air, wind & flight (Science workshop)
Mick Seller
Manufacturer: Shooting Star Press
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Air, Wind and Flight (Science Workshop)
Mick Seller
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Assessment of the Effects of Entrainment and Wind Shear on Nuclear Cloud Rise Modeling

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Assessment of the Effects of Entrainment and Wind Shear on Nuclear Cloud Rise Modeling

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This is a AIR FORCE INST OF TECH WRIGHT-PATTERSONAFB OH report procured by the Pentagon and made available for public release. It has been reproduced in the best form available to the Pentagon. It is not spiral-bound, but rather assembled with Velobinding in a soft, white linen cover. The Storming Media report number is A890204. The abstract provided by the Pentagon follows: Accurate modeling of nuclear cloud rise is critical in hazard prediction following a nuclear detonation. This thesis recommends improvements to the model currently used by DoD. It considers a single-term versus a three- term entrainment equation, the value of the entrainment and eddy viscous drag parameters, as well as the effect of wind shear in the cloud rise following a nuclear detonation. It examines departures from the 1979 version of the Department of Defense Land Fallout Interpretive Code (DELFIC) with the current code used in the Hazard Prediction and Assessment Capability (HPAC) code version 3.2. The recommendation for a single-term entrainment equation, with constant value parameters, without wind shear corrections, and without cloud oscillations is based on both a statistical analysis using 67 U.S. nuclear atmospheric test shots and the physical representation of the modeling. The statistical analysis optimized the parameter values of interest for four cases: the three-term entrainment equation with wind shear and without wind shear as well as the single-term entrainment equation with and without wind shear. The thesis then examines the effect of cloud oscillations as a significant departure in the code. Modifications to user input atmospheric tables are identified as a potential problem in the calculation of stabilized cloud dimensions in HPAC.

The constancy of the winds in the lower stratosphere and constant-level balloon flight planning (Air Force surveys in geophysics)

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The constancy of the winds in the lower stratosphere and constant-level balloon flight planning (Air Force surveys in geophysics)
George F Nolan
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