NEETPhysics-Optics

NEET Physics Microscopes MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The magnifying power of a compound microscope increases with when

A

the focal length of objective lens is increased and that of eye lens is decreased

B

the focal length of eye lens is increased and that of objective lens is decreased

C

focal lengths of both objects and eye-piece are increased

D

focal lengths of both objects and eye-piece are decreased.

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The magnifying power of a compound microscope is inversely proportional to the focal length of the objective lens and directly proportional to the focal length of the eyepiece.

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