Optical Instruments

Definition

Optical instruments are devices that use lenses or mirrors to manipulate or detect light for various purposes such as magnification, imaging, or measuring properties like wavelength or intensity.

Related terms

Microscope: An optical instrument that uses lenses to magnify small objects, allowing us to see details not visible with the naked eye.

Telescope: An optical instrument that uses lenses or mirrors to gather and focus distant light, enabling us to observe celestial objects.

Spectrometer: An optical instrument used to measure the intensity of light at different wavelengths, helping identify chemical elements or compounds based on their unique spectral signatures.