In this chapter we will see the definition of biotechnological instrumentation, emphasizing its importance before introducing microscopy instruments.
The chapter then details the optical microscope, its essential components like the eyepieces and objectives, and the method for calculating the total magnification of the image.
A large section is dedicated to presenting and explaining the different types of microscopes (bright field, dark field, phase contrast, fluorescence, confocal, etc.).
Finally, the operating principle of each type is explained, along with specific techniques such as the use of immersion oil to improve resolution.
