Image: Critical Point Dryer

Critical Point Dryer - BAL-TEC CPD 030

This instrument is needed to prepare objects for SEM imaging. 

The complicated process of Critical Point Drying involves simply, the replacement of liquid in the cells with gas. This process creates a completely dry specimen without or minimal cellular distortion

Photographer:

Martin Pueschel

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© Australian Museum

Last Updated: 22 June 2011