Microscopy in Geology Web Resources

Investigations

Atlas of Igneous and Metamorphic Rocks, Minerals and Textures

Link: Atlas of Igneous and Metamorphic Rocks, Minerals and Textures

Fluid-Rock Interactions and Biomineralization: Applications of Raman Spectroscopy and Mineralogy to Materials Science

Link: Fluid-Rock Interactions and Biomineralization: Applications of Raman Spectroscopy and Mineralogy to Materials Science

Micro X-ray Fluorescence Map of Garnet Schist

Application of Micro XRF in a SEM to show the distribution of trace elements in a a garnet schist.

From: IXRF Systems, Inc.
Link: Micro X-ray Fluorescence Map of Garnet Schist

Radiolaria

An introduction to the subject of micropaleontology based on microfossil images. It draws on over fifty years of experience teaching and researching into all aspects of micropaleontology.

Link: Radiolaria

Radiolaria.org

An online database containing information about radiolarians - fossil and recent, with images, descriptions, references, synonyms and links to other online resources.

Link: Radiolaria.org

Virtual Atlas of Opaque and Ore Minerals in Their Associations

Robert A. Ixer and Paul R. Duller, Department of Geological Sciences, Birmingham University and Kerr McGee Oil (UK) plc. Online atlas with 400 photomicrographs of ore minerals in reflected light. Well organized with cross referencing of samples by association, location, mineralogy, ore deposit type, minerals, texture, and properties. A great reference and teaching tool.

Link: Virtual Atlas of Opaque and Ore Minerals in Their Associations

Technical Overviews

Introduction to Polarized Light Microscopy

An excellent introduction.

From: Nikon Instruments USA
Link: Introduction to Polarized Light Microscopy

Polarizing, Petrographic, Geological

Link: Polarizing, Petrographic, Geological

Image Galleries

The Petrographic Workshop

Transmitted light images and optical properties of over 100 minerals. Every geology student's dream come true.

Link: The Petrographic Workshop