NEET 2026
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An astronomical telescope is set in normal adjustment for viewing a...
An astronomical telescope is set in normal adjustment for viewing a distant object. The magnifying power of the telescope is and the distance between the objective lens and the eyepiece is . The focal lengths of the objective and the eyepiece are respectively:
Options
- A and
- B and
- C and
- D and
Correct answer
C. and
Step-by-step solution
For an astronomical telescope in normal adjustment, the magnifying power is given by and the length of the telescope tube is .
Given and .
Substituting this into the length equation:
The focal lengths of the objective and the eyepiece are and respectively.
Answer: and
Given and .
Substituting this into the length equation:
The focal lengths of the objective and the eyepiece are and respectively.
Answer: and