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Compound Microscopes

A compound microscope is the most common type of microscope used in schools, homes and laboratories. It's made up of two main parts: a base that holds the light source, lenses and other components; and an eyepiece that magnifies the image. The base typically contains a revolving nosepiece with different lenses that can be attached to the microscope to change its magnification power. Browse the top-ranked list of compound microscopes below along with associated reviews and opinions.  

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  1. Celestron - Labs CM800 Compound Microscope - White

    SKU: J7L3K7X8JP

    They love it, and are learning a lot about biology and minerals....Best birthday gift a kid can get...Great gift

    Product Description

    A sturdy white all-metal microscope with LED illumination and 40x–800x magnification for detailed specimen viewing.
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    Your price for this item is $132.99
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    The previous price was $194.95

  2. Explore One - Compound Microscope - Blue

    SKU: J3LC7CF4WW

    Great gift...Great gift for child. Takes time to understand how to adjust microscope to see different items.

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    A blue, cordless microscope kit with up to 900x magnification, LED illumination, and portable carry case.
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    Your price for this item is $29.99
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    The previous price was $39.99

  3. VEVOR - Trinocular Microscope, 40-5000X Magnification, Professional Compound Microscope for Adult with Phone Adapter - White

    SKU: JJGHK45KFP

    Gift for great grandson....Gift for great grandson. He likes it. Spends a lot of time looking for specimens.

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    A professional white trinocular microscope offering 40-5000X magnification and a phone adapter for high-definition imaging.
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    Your price for this item is $169.90

  4. VEVOR - Microscope for Kids Adults, 40X-2000X Professional Compound Microscope Mobile Phone Adapter with LED Light - White

    SKU: JJGHK45K53

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    A professional white compound microscope with 40X-2000X magnification, LED light, and mobile phone adapter.
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    Your price for this item is $45.90

  5. VEVOR - Binocular Microscope, 40-5000X Magnification, Professional Compound Microscope for Adult with Dual Stage - White

    SKU: JJGHK45KF2

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    A professional white compound microscope offering 40-5000X magnification and dual stage for detailed observations.
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    Your price for this item is $195.90

  6. VEVOR - Compound Trinocular Microscope, 40X-5000X Magnification Trinocular Compound Lab Microscope - Black,Gray

    SKU: JJGHK4K2G3

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    A black and gray trinocular microscope offering 40x-5000x magnification with advanced, detailed imaging technology.
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    Your price for this item is $229.90

  7. Jupiter Creations - Curious Mind Microscope 2 - Yellow

    SKU: J3RT6F7X8Z

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    A yellow beginner microscope for kids with 100X–1200X magnification, phone adaptor, and built-in lights.
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    Your price for this item is $25.99

  8. Universalfun - 1600X Binocular Microscope for Kids with Dual LED Lights, 4-Color Filter, Phone Adapter, Ages 6+ - White

    SKU: CZTP7HSKP7

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    A white binocular microscope for kids featuring dual LED lights, 4-color filter, and phone adapter for discoveries.
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    Your price for this item is $49.99
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    The previous price was $69.99
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A compound microscope is an optical instrument that uses multiple lenses to magnify small objects, allowing you to see fine details not visible to the naked eye. It typically has an objective lens near the specimen and an eyepiece lens through which you view the magnified image.

Compound microscopes are commonly used in educational settings, laboratories, and medical environments for examining biological samples, cells, bacteria, and other microscopic structures.

Key features to consider include the number and type of objective lenses, magnification range, illumination method (such as LED or halogen), stage controls, and whether it offers monocular or binocular viewing.

Yes, many compound microscopes are compatible with digital cameras or have built-in camera ports, allowing you to capture and share images of your observations.

Compound microscopes are ideal for viewing thin, transparent or semi-transparent specimens such as prepared slides of plant cells, animal tissues, microorganisms, and other biological samples.