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Q78
(NDA-I/2024)
Science & Technology › Basic Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
Official Key
Which of the following is not a part of compound microscope ?
Explanation
A compound microscope is an optical instrument used to magnify small objects. Its structural and optical components include:
- Mirror: Used to reflect external light through the diaphragm to illuminate the specimen.
- Stage: The flat platform where the slide containing the specimen is placed for observation.
- Clip: Metal or plastic brackets on the stage that hold the glass slide firmly in place.
In contrast, the Retina is a biological component of the human eye. It is the light-sensitive innermost layer of the eyeball where images are formed and converted into nerve impulses. Since the retina is an anatomical part of an organism and not a mechanical or optical part of a microscope, Option D is the correct answer.
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