Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2006 2006Moderate

The resolving power of the lens can be improved by using

Correct answer: C. Light of short wavelength

  • A. Lens of short focal length
  • B. Lens of large focal length
  • C. Light of short wavelength
  • D. Light of large wavelength

Explanation

Resolution depends on the wavelength of the light source. The smaller the wavelength, the greater the resolution. Hence, option D is wrong, and option C is the correct answer here.It is independent of focal length, so options A and B are wrong.

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