Answer: To calculate the magnification of the eyepiece lens in the compound microscope, we can use the formula for the total magnification of a compound microscope:
Total Magnification = Magnification of Objective Lens * Magnification of Eyepiece Lens
Given that the magnifying power of the compound microscope is 10 and the magnification of the objective lens is 2, we can find the magnification of the eyepiece lens as follows:
Total Magnification = 10 (given)
Magnification of Objective Lens = 2 (given)
Let the magnification of the eyepiece lens be represented by "E".
Total Magnification = Magnification of Objective Lens * Magnification of Eyepiece Lens
10 = 2 * E
To find the magnification of the eyepiece lens (E), divide both sides of the equation by 2:
E = 10 / 2
E = 5
So, the magnification of the eyepiece lens in the compound microscope is 5.