Difference between resolving power and magnifying power of a lens?
Resolving power refers to the ability of a lens to distinguish between small details or objects that are close together, while magnifying power relates to the ability of a lens to make an object appear larger when viewed through the lens. Resolving power is determined by the lens' ability to minimize blurring and separate closely spaced objects, while magnifying power is determined by the focal length of the lens and its ability to enlarge the image.