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You are given two converging lenses to build a compound microscope. Lens A has focal length 0.50 cm and lens B has focal length of 3.0 cm. Which one of the two lenses would you use for the objective

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Answer:

The lens to be used for the objective is lens A

Step-by-step explanation:

The objective of a compound microscope

The focal length of the lens used for the objective = 1/(magnification obtained)

The focal length of most modern is equal to the tube length

The range of sizes for the focal length of a microscope is between 2 mm and 40 mm

Therefore, the appropriate lens to be used for the objective of the compound is lens A that has a focal length of 0.50 cm = 5 mm

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