Multiple choice

Directions: Choose one word from the alternatives to replace the phrase given below.

An instrument for making very small objects appear large

  1. Microscope

  2. Telescope

  3. Periscope

  4. Prism

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Explanation

A microscope uses lenses to magnify tiny objects that are invisible to the naked eye. 'Micro-' means small and '-scope' means viewing instrument. Telescopes view distant objects, periscopes see around barriers (submarines, trenches), and prisms refract light into spectra.