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A periscope is an instrument for observation over around or through an obstacle. explain how light travels in a periscope. diagram the light rays as these pass through the periscope.?
In a tube, the light will bounce off on a 45 degree mirror twice until it will reach your sight.
Is it possible to see through objects?
If they're transparent.
How was the periscope invented?
The periscope was invented by John Gutenberg so that the Pilgrims could see over the heads of his fellow peers at a religious festival to watch a concert.
Objects that transmit light easily are?
TRANSPARENT :) it means see through
Describe the difference between an opaque object and a transparent object?
The basic difference between an opaque and a transparent object is that we can see through the transparent objects while through the opaque objects, we cannot see.
Does periscope allow to see hidden objects?
No
Name the device that lets you see objects not directly in view?
periscope
How the use of mirrors helps the user of a periscope see above the water surface?
The mirrors are fitted at 45 degree angles in a periscope in the opposite directions. when you see through the periscope, the image gets reflected.
Why is a periscope called a periscope?
The periscope for its purpose is to look around the objects. In greek , 'peri' means around and 'scopus' means to look . hence the name.
A captian in a sub looks through a Telescope or a Periscope?
a periscope
Which instrument is used to observe objects on the surface from a submarine?
A periscope is used to observe the surface from a submarine
How will a periscope improve someones view at a football match?
it makes you have a better view because if there's a guy infront of you that is 6foot 5 ypu can see better with a periscope because the light hits the object and it goes through the periscope and in to your eyes
What is a sentence for periscope?
The captain of the submarine raised the periscope to see if there's danger.
Why the sailor in a submarine was able to see the image of the enemy's vessel more clearly during the day than at night?
The view through a submarine's periscope was just like looking through an optical telescope - it needed light to enter the lens to allow the user to see in detail what was in front of the periscope.
How has the development of a periscope changed over the years?
the mirrors of a periscope have gotten bigger and are easier to see out of.
How will a periscope help you watch a crowded football match?
A periscope will let you see up and over the crowd which lets you see the game.
What does the captain of a submarine look through?
When at periscope depth, they look through the periscope. It is a prism arrangement that allows good vision around the area. It also provided for gauging distances with a built in range finder.
