
Sample Preparation and Mounting
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3.3.2
Separating the Crystals
1.
Isolate suitable crystals from the bulk sample, and move them to a separate area on the
microscope slide. Compare the crystals, and choose the best one.
Figure 3.5 — Candidate crystals, separated from bulk sample
3.3.3
Wetting the Micromount with Adhesive
1.
Add a drop of adhesive to the microscope slide, away from the chosen crystals. We will
use this drop to wet the aperture of the micromount.
Figure 3.6 — Adhesive on the microscope slide