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Final image produced by a compound microscope with respect to the object is:

Correct answer: C. Virtual and erect

  • A. Real and inverted:
  • B. Real and erect:
  • C. Virtual and erect
  • D. Virtual and inverted:

Explanation

Explanation: The final image produced by a compound microscope is virtual and erect. The eyepiece produces a virtual image. The eyepiece, also known as the ocular lens, is responsible for magnifying the real image formed by the objective lens.Here's a brief explanation:Objective Lens:The objective lens of a compound microscope forms a real and inverted image of the object being observed. This real image is located inside the microscope tube.Eyepiece (Ocular Lens):The eyepiece takes the real image formed by the objective and magnifies it further to produce a virtual image.The magnification provided by the eyepiece is related to the focal length of the eyepiece and is typically specified in microscope specifications.Final Image:The final image produced by the compound microscope is a virtual image, meaning it appears as if it is located behind the eyepiece and is upright (erect).

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