Analytical microscopy as a tool in sediments study

Abstract

Historically, microscopes were used for descriptions of animals, plants and non-living specimens. In 19th century, the shape-function relationship marked microscopic studies. The later 20th century witnessed the nanometric special resolution provided by electron microscopes. As we enter the 21st century, the analytical electron microscopy promises to change our comprehension about the nano-world. Chemical analyses of the shape will redesign our understanding of the structure and functioning of animals, plants and non-living specimens, including sediments.