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An object is to be seen through a simple microscope of focal length 10 cm. Where should the object be placed to produce maximum angular magnification?

The least distance for clear vision for the eye is 30 cm.

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8.5 cm
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7.5 cm
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6.5 cm
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9.5 cm
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Solution

The correct option is B 7.5 cm
Given:

D=30 cm
f=10 cm

Maximum angular magnification is achieved, when the image is formed at the distance of distinct vision i.e. the near point.

v=D=30 cm

Using lens formula,

1f=1v1u

110=1(30)1u

u=7.5 cm

Therefore, the object should be placed at 7.5 cm from the lens.

Hence, option (B) is the correct answer.

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