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Resolving Power

The resolving power of an objective lens is measured by its ability to differentiate two lines or points in an object. The greater the resolving power, the smaller the minimum distance between two lines or points that can still be distinguished. The larger the N.A., the higher the resolving power.

Resolving Power Formula

The following formula is generally used for determing resolution.

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