NEET
Physics

Telescope

Low Priority
Consistency: 25%
Weightage: 5 / 20 Yrs

High-Yield Trend

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Questions
5 MCQs

01
PYQ 2012
easy
physics ID: neet-201

The magnifying power of a telescope is . When it is adjusted for parallel rays the distance between the objective and eyepiece is . The focal length of the lenses is:

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02
PYQ 2015
easy
physics ID: neet-201

In an astronomical telescope in normal adjustment, a straight line of length is drawn on the inside part of the objective lens. The eye-piece forms a real image of this line. The length of this image is The magnification of the telescope is:

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03
PYQ 2018
easy
physics ID: neet-201

An astronomical refracting telescope will have large angular magnification and high angular resolution when it has an objective lens of:

1. small focal length and large diameter.
2. large focal length and small diameter.
3. large focal length and large diameter.
4. small focal length and small diameter.





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04
PYQ 2021
easy
physics ID: neet-202

A lens of large focal length and large aperture is best suited as an objective of an astronomical telescope since:

1. a large aperture contributes to the quality and visibility of the images.
2. a large area of the objective ensures better light-gathering power.
3. a large aperture provides a better resolution.
4. all of the above.

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05
PYQ 2024
easy
physics ID: neet-202
A small telescope has an objective of focal length and an eyepiece of focal length The magnifying power of the telescope for viewing a distant object is:
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Preparing Telescope for NEET

Telescope is a specific sub-topic that frequently appears in the NEET examination. Understanding the underlying principles and practicing targeted questions is key to mastering this concept.

The questions compiled above are previous year questions (PYQs) directly related to Telescope. Practicing these specific questions helps you understand the difficulty level and the examiner's approach to this topic.

Topic Frequently Asked Questions

Is Telescope a high-weightage topic?

You can refer to the priority and consistency badges at the top of this page. High priority topics should be thoroughly revised multiple times before the exam.

Should I memorize the solutions?

No, it is highly recommended to understand the core concept and methodology behind each solution rather than memorizing them, as exact questions are rarely repeated, but the concepts definitely are.