In a compound microscope, the image formed by the objective lens is at a distance...

PHYSICS
WAEC 2002

In a compound microscope, the image formed by the objective lens is at a distance of 3.0cm from the eye lens. Calculate the focal length of the eye lens

  • A. 0.3cm
  • B. 2.7cm
  • C. 3.4cm
  • D. 8.3cm

Correct Answer: C. 3.4cm

Explanation

\(\frac{1}{f} = \frac{1}{u} + \frac{1}{v} = \frac{1}{3} - \frac{1}{25} = \frac{22}{75}\)

f = 3.4cm



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