magnification
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The degree to which an image is enlarged compared with the actual size of the object.
Usage notes
Total magnification is calculated by multiplying the eyepiece lens power by the objective lens power.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "At a _____ of four hundred times, individual cells became clearly visible under the microscope."
Answer: magnification
In your own words, what does "magnification" mean?
The degree to which an image is enlarged compared with the actual size of the object.
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