Microscope for 9 year old

 
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Phil I
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PostPosted: Mon Nov 19, 2007 8:13 pm    Post subject: Microscope for 9 year old Reply with quote
Looking for a quality microscope for my 9 year old that she can use to view rocks and slide specimens. Under $200. Any ideas?
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PostPosted: Tue Nov 20, 2007 7:22 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
Hi

That's two microscopes.

For rocks, you will need a stereo microscope such as the Konus Opal.

For slides, you need a compound microscope, such as the Celestron 44104

For a beginners guide on how to choose your first micrscope, see my article, Microscope Guide for Beginners. This explains the differences in the two types of microscopes.
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