Reference: Lab Experiments Journal vol-9, No.2, Page-96

Resolving power of telescope

Experiment(s):

Determination of resolving power of a telescope

Specifications

1 . Telescope on stand

                    Base: Heavy cast iron
Telescope height: Adjustable
Focus: Adjustable
Tilt: Adjustable

2 . Adjustable single slit

                    Mount: Suitable to be fitted on
telescope
Slit: Adjustable through
micrometer
Maximum width: 10 mm
LC: 0.01 mm

3 . Double slit

                    Type: Fixed slit
Slit Width: 1 mm
Pitch: 2 mm

4 . Light Source of known wavelength

                    Stand: Height adjustable
Wavelength: 435 nm, fixed intensity
Rated Input: 220 V/50 Hz or 110 V/60 Hz

5 . Measuring tape

                    Length: 3 m

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