To determine how many squares there will be in the 10th figure based on the pattern shown, let's analyze the figures.

By observing the sequence:

- 1st figure: 1 square
- 2nd figure: 2 squares
- 3rd figure: 3 squares
- 4th figure: 4 squares
- ...

It appears each figure adds one additional square to the previous figure. Therefore, the number of squares in figure \( n \) is equal to \( n \).

So for the 10th figure, the number of squares will be:

**Answer: 10 squares.**