Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321733606
ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 3 - Observing Microorganisms Through a Microscope - Study Questions - Review - Page 73: 4

Answer

Ocular Lens Magnification $\times$ Oil Immersion Lens Magnification = Total Magnification of Specimen 10x $\times$ 100x = 1000x

Work Step by Step

The Ocular Lens Magnification is 10x. The Oil Immersion Lens Magnification is 100x. Multiply the two to get the total magnification of the specimen. The final answer is 1000x.
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