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प्रश्न
How can the resolving power of a compound microscope be increased? Use relevant formula to support your answer.
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उत्तर
The resolving power of compound microscope is given by `(2μsinθ)/λ`
The resolving power of the compound microscope can be increased by
(i) decreasing the wavelength (λ) of the light used
(ii) increasing the refractive index (μ) of the medium
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