That Other Number – The Meaning Of Numerical Aperture In Microscopy
Do you know what that NA number is on your objective? We walk you through what the numerical aperture is and why it’s important.
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Do you know what that NA number is on your objective? We walk you through what the numerical aperture is and why it’s important.
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