Answer
$3.1X$
Work Step by Step
A biology student uses a converging lens of $f=12cms$ to examine an insect.
$m=1+\frac{25}{f}=1+\frac{25}{12}=1+2.1=3.1X$
The maximum angular magnification is 3.1X.
College Physics (7th Edition)
by Wilson, Jerry D.; Buffa, Anthony J.; Lou, Bo
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
0-32160-183-1
ISBN 13:
978-0-32160-183-4
Chapter 25 - Vision and Optical Instruments - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Exercises - Page 872: 21
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