(a species of owlet moth (Noctuid)) Some caterpillars, after they emerge from their egg, can increase their weight by 25,000 times.

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Science and nature kits

48-piece microscope set

48-piece microscope set (small image)

Examine cells, crystals, hairs and other miniature treasures with this fantastic 48-piece microscope set.

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48-piece microscope set

£ 35.00

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The high-quality microscope comes with:

  • glass eyepieces
  • 50 - 600 times magnification for precision viewing
  • an inbuilt light and rack and pinion focusing to project clear and bright images
  • professionally prepared slides
  • lots of other tools for creating and mounting your own specimen slides

Excellent tool for learning about science at any age. It is a precision instrument so kids should use it with supervision. Batteries are not included.

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