Physics

Mirror Equation

Mirror equation is an experimental-based quantitative interrelationship between object distance, image distance, and focal length. The fundamental principles of the new Cartesian sign convention are used to understand the positions of the object, image, and mirror better. Concepts related to mirror equations and formulas are applied to spherical mirrors only. This article will help in

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Microscope Telescope and their magnifying powers

Introduction Microscopes and telescopes are two powerful instruments that have greatly aided our current understanding of the micro-and macrocosm. The development of these gadgets resulted in major breakthroughs in fields like physics, astronomy and biology, to name a few.  Microscopes and telescopes both work by allowing individuals to see items that aren’t visible to the

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Microscope and Astronomical Telescope

Introduction A telescope is an optical tool used to make distant things appear closer. It is composed of a series of lenses or reflective surfaces and lenses by which light rays are accumulated and concentrated, and the image obtained is enlarged. Microscopes and telescopes  work similarly. They allow individuals to see objects which are not

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Magnification

Introduction Within a limited range of the electromagnetic spectrum, the retina (inner eye) of the human has been programmed by nature to detect electromagnetic waves. A wavelength ranging from 400 nanometers to 750 nanometers is considered to be visible light of electromagnetic radiation. We learn and interpret the world around us primarily through light and

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Linear Magnification (m)

Magnification is the process of enlarging something’s apparent size rather than its actual size. The amount of enlargement is expressed as a numerical value called “magnification.” When this number is less than one, it indicates a size reduction, also known as minification or de-magnification. Furthermore, this notion has two variations. The first is through a

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Light microscope and electron microscope

If you talk to a group of cell biologists about what they enjoy most about their jobs, you could discover that it all boils down to one thing: they’re all secretly microscope geeks. What they truly enjoy is sitting in a small, dark room for hours on end, communing with their preferred cell type through

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