Magnifying Glasses and Loupes
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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 (correct)
  • Because of the low magnifying power
  • Due to the cylindrical or conical holder
  • Due to the absence of a handle

    • What is the name for a high power magnifier mounted in a cylindrical or conical holder with no handle?

  • Telescope
  • Binoculars
  • Monocle
  • Loupe (correct)

    • Why do magnifying glasses typically have low magnifying power?

  • To improve the image quality at higher magnifications
  • To make them more affordable for consumers
  • To make them easier to handle and use
  • To reduce optical aberrations at higher magnifications (correct)

    • What is the typical magnifying power range of magnifying glasses?

    <p>2×–6×</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of mounting high power magnifiers in a cylindrical or conical holder with no handle?

    <p>To reduce optical aberrations at higher magnifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the image quality of a simple magnifying glass to deteriorate at higher magnifications?

    <p>Optical aberrations, particularly spherical aberration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical magnifying power range of magnifying glasses?

    <p>2×–6×</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the image quality of a simple magnifying glass become poor at higher magnifications?

    <p>Due to optical aberrations, particularly spherical aberration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name for a high power magnifier mounted in a cylindrical or conical holder with no handle?

    <p>Loupe</p> Signup and view all the answers

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