Particle size determination by microscopy is a common method, particularly for measuring micron and submicron-sized particles. It offers the advantage of directly visualizing particle morphology and size distribution.
It involves examining the sample under a microscope and determining particle diameters or other measurements. After imaging, particle sizes are evaluated using computer-aided image analysis software.
By determining particle size with a microscope,
- The true shapes of particles can be directly visualized.
- Morphological analysis can be performed.
- Fast and statistically reliable results can be obtained.