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Question
The overall angular magnification of a compound microscope is given by which relationship?
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The text explicitly states under 'The Microscope' that 'The overall angular magnification of the compound microscope is the product of two factors: 1. Lateral magnification of the objective lens, m₁. 2. Eyepiece magnification m₂. Therefore, overall magnification M = m₁ m₂ (1)'.
Hint
Look for the formula provided for the overall magnification of a compound microscope.