The Objective Lens of a Telescope Has a Focal Length

question 108

Short Answer

The objective lens of a telescope has a focal length of 1.90 m. When viewed through this
telescope, the Moon appears 5.25 times larger than normal. How far apart are the objective
lens and the eyepiece when this instrument is focused on the Moon?

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