Error in angular magnification calculation

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The discussion centers on calculating angular magnification for an insect wing viewed through a microscope. The initial calculations using the formula di/do=hi/ho led to an incorrect conclusion that the angular magnification (M) is 1. Participants pointed out the need for additional information, specifically the distance from the actual object to the lens. After reviewing relevant resources, one user successfully recalculated the magnification using a distance of 25 cm. The conversation highlights the importance of accurate distance measurements in optical calculations.
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Homework Statement


The wing of an insect is 1.7 mm long. When viewed through a microscope, the image is 1.4 m long and is located 5.9 m away. Determine the angular magnification.

Homework Equations


di/do=hi/ho
M=beta/alpha

alpha=object size/object distance

beta=image size/image distance

The Attempt at a Solution


di/do=hi/ho
5.9/do=1.4/0.0017
do=0.00716

alpha=0.0017/0.00716=0.237

beta=1.4/5.9=0.237
M=1
This answer is wrong. Can anyone please point out the mistake.
 
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xamy said:
I don't have angular magnification or focal length so I can't find the distance.
Did you find the reference to 25 at the link?
 
haruspex said:
Did you find the reference to 25 at the link?
I have solved the question using 25cm for the distance. Thankyou for your guidance. Sorry earlier I was looking at the wrong portion of this link.
 
xamy said:
I have solved the question using 25cm for the distance. Thankyou for your guidance. Sorry earlier I was looking at the wrong portion of this link.
Ok, good.
 
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