A quick embedding method for light microscopy and image analysis of cotton fibers.
A quick embedding method using UV polymerization of methacrylate plastic has been devised for embedding fibers encased in a polyvinyl chloride tube. The resulting embedments are suitable for light microscopy and image analysis.
Boylston
E K
EK
Southern Regional Research Center, ARS, U.S. Department of Agriculture, New Orleans, Louisiana 70179, USA.
Evans
J P
JP
Thibodeaux
D P
DP
D003368:Gossypium / Q000166:cytology*; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted / Q000379:methods; D008689:Methacrylates; D008853:Microscopy / Q000379:methods; D016613:Plastic Embedding; D011108:Polymers; D014466:Ultraviolet Rays
D008689:Methacrylates; D011108:Polymers