An instrument used to magnify small objects, allowing them to be observed in detail.

Referring to objects or organisms that are too small to be seen by the naked eye, requiring a microscope for observation.

A small vesicle derived from cell membranes, often used in biochemical research to study enzyme activity.

A small spherical particle, often used in experiments or as part of a molecular assembly.

A structure in plants that produces microspores, which develop into male gametophytes (pollen grains).

A small, haploid spore that gives rise to the male gametophyte in seed plants.

A diploid cell in plants that undergoes meiosis to produce microspores.

A leaf-like structure in plants that bears microsporangia, responsible for producing microspores.

An aggregate of surfactant molecules in a solution, formed when the hydrophobic tails of the molecules cluster together and the hydrophilic heads face outward.

A microscopic organism, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.