Discovery Pico Gravity Microscope with book

The Discovery Channel informs, entertains and inspires its audience around the world about the wonders of our planet, its diversity and its surprises. By offering millions of people the chance to make new discoveries and satisfy their curiosity, Discovery provides an engaging mix of storytelling across a range of genres: science and technology, exploration, adventure, history and a behind-the-scenes look at the people, places and organisations that shape the world we live in.

We are proud to present the Discovery range of optical instruments, manufactured by Levenhuk and sponsored by Discovery.

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The Discovery Pico is a monocular microscope with achromatic optics and a swivelling head. It is an excellent choice for conducting basic research into the microcosm, studying biology and carrying out simple experiments. The microscope is useful for students, as well as anyone with an interest in science. The magnification range is from 40x to 400x; it features LED illumination with adjustable brightness and offers both macro and micrometric focus adjustment. It is fitted with glass optical components and has a metal body. The microscope is powered via an AC mains cable or batteries. The kit includes the educational book ‘The Invisible World’ on the wonders of the microcosm. This series includes microscopes in various colours.

Features:

• Achromatic optics with 40–400x magnification
• 360° rotatable monocular head
• Micrometric focusing; stage with clamps
• 2 LED lights; adjustable brightness; mains or battery powered
• The ideal optical instrument for studying biology at school or university
• Comes with a colourful educational book