When was the Microscope invented?

The Microscope was invented in 1590 by Zacharias Janssen in the Netherlands.

An optical instrument that magnifies tiny objects too small to see with the naked eye.

Year invented1590
InventorZacharias Janssen
CountryNetherlands
Region at the timeDutch Republic
CategoryMedicine

Who invented the Microscope?

Zacharias Janssen invented the Microscope in 1590 in the Netherlands.

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