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Why is a pair of glasses a pair if its only one?
When you say "glasses", it is plural. A "glass" is one of the lenses. "Glasses" would refer to both of the lenses, and a "pair of glasses" doesn't mention anything about the frame, but it mentions the two lenses. The frame is the object that joins the two lenses so you don't have to wear contacts and so it can stay on your head. When you say "a pair of glasses", you are referring to the "pair of lenses", not the frame. The frame holding the two lenses makes us think that it is one object, when the word "glasses" refers only to the lenses, not the frame. That is why it is called "a pair of glasses".
What microscope uses multiple glass lenses to help distinguish details of thickness?
A compound microscope uses multiple glass lenses to magnify and distinguish details of thickness on specimens. This type of microscope typically consists of two main lenses: the objective lens and the eyepiece lens, which work together to produce a magnified image of the specimen.
Why a microscope is called a compound microscope?
The compound microscope is called compound because the modifier compound means "two or more." A compound microscope has two or more lenses lenses. This is to be distinguished from a simple microscope which has one lens. Such a microscope is structurally equivalent to a magnifying glass, though not necessarily a hand held lens.
What kind of microscope uses two or more glass lenses to magnify either living cells or prepared slides?
A compound microscope uses two or more glass lenses to magnify either living cells or prepared slides. This type of microscope is commonly used in laboratories and educational settings to study cells and microorganisms at a cellular level.
Why is the microscope called a compound microscope?
The compound microscope is called compound because the modifier compound means "two or more." A compound microscope has two or more lenses lenses. This is to be distinguished from a simple microscope which has one lens. Such a microscope is structurally equivalent to a magnifying glass, though not necessarily a hand held lens.
Prefix word of having two lenses on one glass?
Bifocals
What bi word means having two lenses on one glass?
biaspheric: having two lenses on one glass or bifocal, if you are referring to eyeglasses.
What is the name given to a piece of glass having one or two spherical surfaces?
A piece of glass with one or two spherical surfaces is called a lens. Lenses are commonly used in optics to refract light and focus images.
Microscope made up of two or more lenses?
Yes, two lenses can make a simple microscope. More are usually used. A magnifying glass - one lens - is the simplest microscope.
What is a light microscope having two lenses called?
a compound microscope
Why is a pair of glasses a pair if its only one?
When you say "glasses", it is plural. A "glass" is one of the lenses. "Glasses" would refer to both of the lenses, and a "pair of glasses" doesn't mention anything about the frame, but it mentions the two lenses. The frame is the object that joins the two lenses so you don't have to wear contacts and so it can stay on your head. When you say "a pair of glasses", you are referring to the "pair of lenses", not the frame. The frame holding the two lenses makes us think that it is one object, when the word "glasses" refers only to the lenses, not the frame. That is why it is called "a pair of glasses".
Reflecting telescopes differ from refracting telescopes in having what?
Two large objective lenses.
What device uses two sets of lenses to increase the apparent size of objects?
A magnifying glass uses two sets of lenses to increase the apparent size of objects by bending light rays. The combination of the two lenses magnifies the object being viewed, making it appear larger and easier to see in detail.
What microscope uses multiple glass lenses to help distinguish details of thickness?
A compound microscope uses multiple glass lenses to magnify and distinguish details of thickness on specimens. This type of microscope typically consists of two main lenses: the objective lens and the eyepiece lens, which work together to produce a magnified image of the specimen.
How do you spell bonocular?
The word "binocular" means having two eyes. The plural "binoculars" refers to the familiar viewing device having two sets of telescopic lenses, one for each eye.
What material were originally used to make eyeglasses?
Eyeglasses were originally made from two convex glass lenses with metal wrapped around them.
Why a microscope is called a compound microscope?
The compound microscope is called compound because the modifier compound means "two or more." A compound microscope has two or more lenses lenses. This is to be distinguished from a simple microscope which has one lens. Such a microscope is structurally equivalent to a magnifying glass, though not necessarily a hand held lens.
