Microscope Magnification: Understanding Total Magnification

How is the total magnification of a microscope calculated?

To calculate the total magnification of a microscope, what factors need to be multiplied?

Calculation:

The total magnification of a microscope is determined by multiplying the magnification of the eyepiece lens by the magnification of the objective lens used.

Example:

What is the total magnification of a microscope with an eyepiece magnification of 10x and an objective lens magnification of 50x?

The total magnification of a microscope is calculated by multiplying the magnification of the eyepiece lens by the magnification of the objective lens. In this case, the eyepiece lens has a magnification of 10x and the objective lens has a magnification of 50x. Therefore, the total magnification of the microscope is 10x * 50x = 500x.

Understanding how total magnification is calculated is essential in determining the overall image quality and size of the specimen being viewed under the microscope.