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Why does the image quality of a simple magnifying glass become poor at higher magnifications?
As a result of optical aberrations, particularly spherical aberration
What is the name for a high power magnifier mounted in a cylindrical or conical holder with no handle?
Loupe
Why do magnifying glasses typically have low magnifying power?
To reduce optical aberrations at higher magnifications
What is the typical magnifying power range of magnifying glasses?
2×–6×
What is the purpose of mounting high power magnifiers in a cylindrical or conical holder with no handle?
To reduce optical aberrations at higher magnifications
What causes the image quality of a simple magnifying glass to deteriorate at higher magnifications?
Optical aberrations, particularly spherical aberration
What is the typical magnifying power range of magnifying glasses?
2×–6×
Why does the image quality of a simple magnifying glass become poor at higher magnifications?
Due to optical aberrations, particularly spherical aberration
What is the name for a high power magnifier mounted in a cylindrical or conical holder with no handle?
Loupe
Explore the characteristics and uses of magnifying glasses, including their typical magnifying power and limitations in higher magnifications. Learn about the cylindrical or conical holders without handles called loupes and the optical aberrations affecting image quality at higher magnifications.
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