biological source
synthetic
Quality Level
form
liquid
refractive index
n20/D 1.516
viscosity
100-120 mPa.s(20 °C)
density
1.025 g/mL at 20 °C
suitability
suitable for microscopy
application(s)
hematology
histology
storage temp.
room temp
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General description
Immersion oil is a clear, viscous liquid with optimized refractive properties, specifically modified to closely approximate the refractive index (RI) of glass (ne = 1.5). It is used in conjunction with an objective lens to enhance the resolving power.
Application
Immersion oil is used for high-resolution (1000X) light microscopy work in conjunction with an oil immersion objective lens to optimize microscopic examinations of histological, cytological, hematological, and bacterial specimen material after it has been fixed, embedded, stained, or counterstained, and mounted.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Immersion oil is applied dropwise to stained and mounted or non-mounted specimen material to form a clear film between the specimen and the microscope lens to eliminate the deflection of incident light and thus substantially enhance the optical efficiency of the lens.
Features and Benefits
- Immersion oil for general use in light microscopy.
- Excellent, defined refractive index eliminates refractive distortion.
- Engineered for optimal viscosity and homogeneity.
- Good UV transmission and low residual fluorescence.
Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Hazard Classifications
Aquatic Acute 1 - Aquatic Chronic 2
Storage Class Code
10 - Combustible liquids
WGK
WGK 2
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
Personal Protective Equipment
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
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