Look at the Moon through a simple telescope. Adjust the focal length of two convex lenses and compare the results. Explore relationships between optical variables such as focal length, position of objective lens, convexity, image inversion and lens size.
Objective
Students investigate the focusing of a simple telescope.
Students investigate how focal lengths and separation of lenses in a telescope influence sharpness and magnification of images.
Curriculum Information
Education Type
K to 12
Grade Level
Grade 8
Learning Area
Science
Content/Topic
Force Motion and Energy
Intended Users
Learners, Students
Competencies
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Copyright Owner
Education Sevices Australia
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Use
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