Nicatonic Acid by Polarized Light Microscopy

Nicatonic Acid by Polarized Light Microscopy

Nicatonic Acid, or Vitamin B3 looks interesting under the microscope and displays some birefringence.

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Salicylic Acid by Polarized Light Microscopy

Salicylic Acid by Polarized Light Microscopy

Salicylic acid, a key ingredient in anti-acne products looks quite interesting under the microscope, displaying a small amount of birefringence.

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Urea by Polarized Light Microscopy

Urea by Polarized Light Microscopy

Urea (or carbamide) displays some cool birefringence under the microscope, have a peek!

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Sulfur by Polarized Light Microscopy

Sulfur by Polarized Light Microscopy

Sulfur is an abundant element found in all living cells, what does it look like under the microscope?

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Caffeine by Polarized Light Microscopy

Caffeine by Polarized Light Microscopy

Caffeine, the popular additive in all sorts of beverages (including many of my favorites) looks stunning by polarized light microscopy!

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