The magnifying powers of the lenses of a compound microscope are 5 and 6.
Calculate the overall magnifying power.
A
1.2
B
25
C
11
D
30
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
The overall magnifying power of a compound microscope = the product of the magnifying powers of the objective and eyepiece.
M = M\(_o\) x M\(_e\)
M = 5 × 6 = 30
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #78255)