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Microscopy Laboratory
Microscopy Laboratory
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The microscopy laboratory contains 24 polarizing light microscopes, 24 stereomicroscopes, and 6 comparison microscopes. Students learn the principles and techniques of microscopy and analyze glass, hairs, fibers, and other types of trace evidence.