Multiple choice

The resolving power of a microscope is given by the following relationship. h’ =0.61λ / n’ sinθ = N.A., where “the smallest distance between two points is resolved” denoted by

  1. θ

  2. 'n’

  3. 'h’

  4. N.A.

  5. sin θ
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Explanation

Here, 'h’ is the smallest distance between two points. The resolving power of a lens is defined as the smallest distance between two objects, which can be identified as separate images by the aided eye.

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