Angular magnification of a microscope

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Start date Feb 18, 2008
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Angular Magnification Microscope

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To calculate the angular magnification of a microscope, the relevant parameters include the focal lengths of the objective and eyepiece. The objective's focal length is 5.00 mm, and the image is formed 160 mm from its second focal point. The eyepiece has a focal length of 26.0 mm. The discussion highlights confusion regarding the appropriate equations for magnification, with references to Wikipedia proving unhelpful. Understanding the relationship between these focal lengths is essential for determining the angular magnification.

Feb 18, 2008

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Homework Statement

The image formed by a microscope objective with a focal length of 5.00\;{\rm mm} is 160\;{\rm mm} from its second focal point. The eyepiece has a focal length of 26.0\;{\rm mm}. What is the angular magnification of the microscope?

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don't know what equation I should use.

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Look at magnification on wikipedia

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