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A thin convex lens of focal length `5` cm is used as a simple microscope by a person with normal near point `(25"cm")` . What is the magnifying power of the microscope.?

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To find the magnifying power of a simple microscope using a thin convex lens, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Given Values**: - Focal length of the lens (F) = 5 cm - Near point distance (D) = 25 cm ...
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