These stereo microscopes are also known as dissecting microscopes and are typically used in teaching settings for students. The stereo zoom dissection microscopes provide a zoom range of magnification which allows students to dissect specimens, view rocks and minerals and identify insects. Many of the student dissecting stereo microscopes have built-in illumination and are student-proof with locked-on parts. Digital dissecting microscopes are available as well as binocular dissection student microscopes.