Physics A-Level

Angular magnification

What Angular magnification means in Physics A-Level, as defined for AQA.

Definition of Angular magnification

Check what you remember

Read the wording for your board, then hide it and explain Angular magnification in your own words. Rough notes are fine. This is a self-check, with no mark or grade.

Reference: AQA

The ratio of the angle subtended at the eye by the final image to the angle subtended at the unaided eye by the object, M = β/α.

AQA · Astronomical telescope consisting of two converging lenses (A-level only) (study guide)

Topics that use Angular magnification

Astronomical telescope consisting of two converging lenses (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)

Related terms

Using Angular magnification in the exam

Check the command word and mark scheme for your exact question. After comparing your explanation with the reference, use the term in an answer on the linked topic. This practice does not predict an exam mark.

Practise Physics questions

Create a free account to answer exam-style questions on this topic and get feedback on your answers.

Start free

A week of Premium from your first lesson · Then the free plan continues · No card, no charge

All Physics A-Level terms