Richter Optica F1 Elementary Microscope

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You can buy this tool from Richter Optica. The anticipated price range is $101 - $250.

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Description

This beginner microscope is designed small so it is easier for children to use. It provides 40x, 100x, and 400x magnification.


40x, 100x, 400x magnification
This tool is recommended for lending libraries.
Used by these projects Biodiversity PEEK, iNaturalist, Nature's Notebook, Volunteer Stream Monitoring Program, OPAL Soil and Earthworm Survey, The GLOBE Program, Cyanobacteria Monitoring Collaborative (CMC)
Ideal Age Group Elementary school (6 - 10 years), Middle school (11 - 13 years)
(This model is specifically designed to be used by children. It works best in classrooms under teacher instruction.)
Use considerations Assembly is required. Callibration is required. This tool relies on lab processing. This tool require consumable materials (e.g. batteries, light bulbs, etc.).
Size & weight Medium: This tool would fit in a 12 inch cube.
Between 1lb and 5lb (a small dog weighs about 5lb)
Expected lifetime Should last more or less forever
Topics Nature & Outdoors, Biology, Ecology & Environment
Tool updated Dec. 14, 2017, 6:54 p.m.