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Practice Geometrical optics for JEE Main, JEE Advanced, NEET, and Classes 11–12. Attempt each question, then open it for the full solution.

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  • MCQeasyGeometrical optics

    A scientist is observing a bacteria through a compound microscope. For better analysis and to improve its resolving power he should: (Select the best option)

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  • MCQeasyGeometrical optics

    If the focal length of objective lens is increased, then magnifying power of:

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  • MCQmediumGeometrical optics

    If we need a magnification of 375 from a compound microscope of tube length 150 mm and an objective of focal length 5 mm, the focal length of the eye-piece, should be close to:

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  • MCQmediumGeometrical optics

    An astronomical telescope has an eyepiece of focal length 5 cm. If the angular magnification in normal adjustment is 10, the distance between the objective and the eye piece is

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  • MCQmediumGeometrical optics

    A simple telescope consisting of an objective of focal length 60 cm and a single eye lens of focal length 5 cm is focussed on a distant object in such a way that parallel rays emerge from the eye lens. If the object subtend an angle of 2° at the objective then find the angular width of the image (in degree).

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  • MCQeasyGeometrical optics

    In a reflecting telescope, a secondary mirror is used to:

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  • MCQeasyGeometrical optics

    In a microscope of tube length 10 cm two convex lenses are arranged with focal length of 2 cm and 5 cm. Total magnification obtained with this system for normal adjustment is 5ᵏ. The value of k is_____

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  • MCQmediumGeometrical optics

    A normal eye is not able to see objects closer than 25 cm because

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  • MCQmediumGeometrical optics

    When the length of an astronomical telescope tube increases its magnifying power

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  • MCQmediumGeometrical optics

    The focal length of the objective of a compound microscope is fo and its distance from the eyepiece is L. The object is placed at a distance u from the objective. For proper working of the instrument,

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