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PHY 104 MICROSCOPE Objective Question
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What is the key difference in the primary application of a telescope compared to a microscope, as described in the text?
Options
A Telescopes view small objects close by, while microscopes view large objects at large distances.
B Telescopes view large objects at large distances, while microscopes view small objects close by.
Correct Answer
C Telescopes only view terrestrial objects, while microscopes view celestial objects.
D Telescopes always use lenses, while microscopes always use mirrors.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document highlights this distinction: '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

Consider what types of objects each instrument is designed to observe.

Question Info

Course: PHY 104
Topic: MICROSCOPE
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 584 of 947
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