Optics > Geometrical Optics > Thin Lens
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student-centered activity with experiments, and questions on two-lens systems, including designing a microscope
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In this activity students are guided through a series of questions and experiments to understand the formation of images in systems of two thin lenses, including how microscopes produce a magnified real or virtual image. Students design a system of two lenses that meets design rules for magnification and lens spacing.
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In-class activity, Lab, Pre-class assignment, Instructor supplement, Restricted access
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Life Sciences Topics:
Medical Applications > Biomedical Imaging > Optical Imaging
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Copyright: 2025 Alice Churukian, Colin Wallace, Daniel Young, David Smith, Duane Deardorff, Laurie McNeil
CC BY-NC-SA - Attribution, No Commercial uses and Share Alike. Derivative works must have the same license.Last Edit Date:
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