Multiple choice The instrument Microscope is used to compare the luminous intensity of the sources of light magnify or view very small objects measure the refractive index of a substance None of these Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation A microscope is an optical instrument used to magnify and view objects that are too small to be seen with the naked eye. It uses lenses or electron beams to enlarge the image of specimens for detailed examination.