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Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)

An instrument which scans or rasters a fine electron probe over a material, and using a variety of detectors reconstructs an image from the signals generated within the sample.

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Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)

An instrument which scans or rasters a fine electron probe over a material, and using a variety of detectors reconstructs an image from the signals generated within the sample.

Cryo-scanning electron microscope (Cryo-SEM)

A conventional SEM that has been fitted with specific equipment that allows samples to be viewed in the frozen state.

Low Vacuum Scanning Electron Microscope (LV-SE)

A scanning electron microscope in which pressure can be adjusted in the sample chamber.

Environmental scanning electron microscope (ESEM)

A scanning electron microscope in which relative humidity, pressure and temperature can be controlled in the sample chamber.

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Resolution

For more on resolution see the scanning electron microscope (SEM) module.