Telescope Lenses: Focal Lengths 20cm/1cm/100cm/5cm/10cm/2cm/25cm/75cm

In summary, two of the following lenses, with focal lengths of 20cm and 1cm respectively, could be used to construct a telescope with a magnification of 20x and a length of approximately 1.0m. However, the formula for magnification suggests that telescopes typically use more than one lens. The length of the telescope may also vary depending on the number of lenses used.
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Bostonpancake0
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Which two of the following lenses could be used to construct a telescope?

Focal lengths: 20cm/1cm/100cm/5cm/10cm/2cm/25cm/75cm


(a.) That magnifies 20x and has a length of approx 1.0m
(b.) magnifies by 15x
(c.) magnifies 50 x

I used magnification=telescope focal length/eye piece length (Lense)

but am confused when they save two of the following lenses can be be used??
 
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Bostonpancake0 said:
but am confused when they save two of the following lenses can be be used??
How so: you know that telescopes use more than one lens right?
The formula kinda suggests that you do.

Where does the length of the telescope come into this?
 
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Bostonpancake0 said:
but am confused when they save two of the following lenses can be be used??
the length of the telescope at normal adjustment when two lenses are used is kind of a special case don't u think?
 

Related to Telescope Lenses: Focal Lengths 20cm/1cm/100cm/5cm/10cm/2cm/25cm/75cm

1. What is the significance of focal length in a telescope lens?

Focal length is the distance between the lens and the point where the light rays converge to form a clear image. In a telescope, the focal length determines the magnification power and the field of view of the telescope.

2. How does the focal length affect the magnification of a telescope?

The longer the focal length, the higher the magnification of the telescope. This means that a telescope with a focal length of 100cm will have a higher magnification than one with a focal length of 20cm.

3. What is the ideal focal length for a telescope?

The ideal focal length for a telescope depends on the intended use. A shorter focal length, such as 1cm, is ideal for wide-field viewing while a longer focal length, such as 100cm, is better for high-magnification viewing of distant objects.

4. How does the focal length affect the field of view in a telescope?

The shorter the focal length, the wider the field of view in a telescope. This means that a telescope with a focal length of 1cm will have a wider field of view than one with a focal length of 100cm.

5. Can the focal length be changed in a telescope?

Yes, the focal length can be changed in a telescope by using different eyepieces. Eyepieces with shorter focal lengths will provide higher magnification while those with longer focal lengths will provide a wider field of view.

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