New method reveals intricate details of pollen shapes under microscope.
The article introduces a method using immersion oil to observe pollen shapes under a microscope. By flaking pollen on a slide and adding oil, researchers were able to see the rolling course, stereo shape, and surface details of pollen more clearly. This method can be done with a regular microscope, and the results are easier to record visually. The study suggests that optical microscopes have advantages over electronic ones for observing pollen structures.