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What is a Thaumatrope?
A simple optical toy that was popular in the 19th century
How does a Thaumatrope work?
By creating an illusion through the persistence of vision
What was the purpose of a Thaumatrope?
To create an illusion of a combined image
How does a magic lantern produce images?
By using a light source to project painted glass slides
What material is used to create the images projected by a magic lantern?
Painted glass slides
What is the function of the light source in a magic lantern?
To illuminate the painted glass slides for projection
Test your knowledge of the Thaumatrope with this quiz. Learn about the history, mechanics, and purpose of this popular 19th-century optical toy.
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