Physics-Optical Instruments
NEET Physics Optical Instruments MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which of the following statements about optical instruments is correct?
A
A simple microscope can achieve very high magnifications by using a single lens.
B
The angular magnification of an optical instrument is always greater than one.
C
The image formed by a convex lens is always real and inverted when the object is beyond the focal length.
D
The maximum magnification of a simple microscope is limited by the focal length of the lens used.
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
A simple microscope has a limited maximum magnification due to realistic focal lengths, and for much larger magnifications, a compound microscope is utilized, which involves two lenses.
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