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In the equation to determine the total magnification for a microscope, what does

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Question

In the equation to determine the total magnification for a microscope, what does N stand for?

The index of refraction of the eyepiece.

The index of refraction of the objective.

The average index of refraction of both lenses combined with diffraction.

The number of lenses on the microscope.

The distance the user can see an image with a relaxed eye.

The next point of contact for the observer diffracted lens.

1.

The index of refraction of the eyepiece.

2.

The index of refraction of the objective.

3.

The average index of refraction of both lenses combined with diffraction.

4.

The number of lenses on the microscope.

5.

The distance the user can see an image with a relaxed eye.

6.

The next point of contact for the observer diffracted lens.

Explanation / Answer

The average index of refraction of both lenses combined with diffraction.