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Question 1
Easy
What is the purpose of a telescope?
π‘ Hint: Think about distant stars and planets.
Question 2
Easy
Name the two main components of a telescope.
π‘ Hint: One gathers light, and the other helps us see it.
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Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the magnifying power if the objective focal length is 100 cm and the eyepiece focal length is 20 cm?
π‘ Hint: Use the focal lengths in the formula.
Question 2
True or False: A longer focal length in a telescope generally means lower magnifying power.
π‘ Hint: Think about how focal length affects magnification.
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Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
If a telescope's objective lens has a focal length of 250 cm and the eyepiece has 5 cm, what is its magnifying power? Discuss how this affects observations of faint stars.
π‘ Hint: Use M = f_o / f_e to find magnifying power.
Question 2
Imagine an astronomer has a telescope with a focal length of 180 cm for the objective and is using a 15 cm eyepiece. If they change to an eyepiece of 30 cm, how will the magnifying power change?
π‘ Hint: Remember the formula for magnifying power.
Challenge and get performance evaluation