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PHY 104 MICROSCOPE Objective Question
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What is the key difference in application between a telescope and a compound microscope?
Options
A Telescopes use lenses while microscopes use mirrors
B Telescopes view small objects close by, while microscopes view large objects at a distance
C Telescopes view large objects at large distances, while microscopes view small objects close by
Correct Answer
D Microscopes provide angular magnification, while telescopes provide lateral magnification
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states, "The key difference is that the telescope is used to view large objects at large distances and the microscope is used to view small objects close by."

Hint

Compare the primary viewing scenarios for each instrument as described in the 'Telescopes' section.

Question Info

Course: PHY 104
Topic: MICROSCOPE
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 557 of 947
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