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An object is first seen in red light and then in violet light through a simple microscope. In which case is the magnifying power of simple microscope greater?                  

Answer:

                Magnifying power of a simple microscope, \[m=1+\frac{D}{f}\] As\[{{f}_{V}}<{{f}_{R'}}\] so the magnifying power is greater when the object is seen in violet light.