What is the total magnification of the low power objective?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the total magnification achieved using the low power objective lens of a microscope. Typically, to calculate total magnification, you multiply the magnification power of the objective lens by the eyepiece lens.
Answer
40x or 100x
The total magnification of the low power objective lens is either 40x or 100x, depending on the specific magnification of the low power objective lens used (4x or 10x).
Answer for screen readers
The total magnification of the low power objective lens is either 40x or 100x, depending on the specific magnification of the low power objective lens used (4x or 10x).
More Information
High power objective lenses can provide significantly greater detail but may also require more careful focusing and handling of the specimen.
Tips
Ensure you correctly identify the magnification of the specific objective lens in use to avoid miscalculations.
Sources
- The web page with info on - Example Source - accu-scope.com
- 1.4: Microscopy - Biology LibreTexts - bio.libretexts.org
- Compound microscope - Total magnification - The Virtual Edge - uwyo.edu
