Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Ray Optics

Question:

Which of the following statements is correct for a compound microscope?

Options:

Both the objective and the eye piece should have large aperture.

Both the objective and the eye piece should have large focal lengths.

The eyepiece essentially functions like a simple microscope or a magnifier.

The final image is erect with respect to the original object.

Correct Answer:

The eyepiece essentially functions like a simple microscope or a magnifier.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → The eyepiece essentially functions like a simple microscope or a magnifier.

Explanation:
The eyepiece of a compound microscope acts as a magnifier, enlarging the real, inverted image formed by the objective lens. Hence, the eyepiece functions like a simple microscope, and the final image is inverted with respect to the object.