Question

Why should the substage condenser not be included in computing the magnification?

Answer 1

The reason as to why the substage condenser does not need to be included in computing the magnification and the only component needed is the ocular lens and the objective lenses is because the condenser is only responsible for gathering light and it does not contribute with the magnification of the object under the microscope.

Answer 2

Answer:

It does not affect the magnification

Explanation:

The substage condenser does not affect the total magnification.

The function of the condenser is to focus the light that will enter the lenses.

The light has to be condensed, otherwise if it is unfocused, it will be a lot more difficult to view the object placed on the stage of the microscope.