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Which of the following statements are true in the context of a Compound Microscope?
(A) Each lens produces a virtual and inverted image.
(B) The objective has a very short focal length.
(C) The eyepiece is used as a simple magnifying glass.
(D) The objective and eyepiece are convex and concave lenses respectively.
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Options:
  • A (A), (B) and (D)
  • B (B) and (C)
  • C (A), (C) and (D)
  • D (B) and (D)
Solution:
1013 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: (B) and (C)
In compound microscope both objective and eyepiece are convex lenses. An objective lens is of small focal length and eyepiece is of large focal length.
So, option (b) is correct.

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