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Title: Magnification and Resolution
PIRA: 6A 70.20

Demonstrates: The difference between magnification and resolution.
Description: A microscope with a slide is set up and projected to the class. The object on the slide is shown at different magnifications, and the effect this has on the resolution is shown.
Instructions: Setup microscope with a slide, get it focused at one magnification, and place the camera on the microscope. After projecting the object, swap magnifications. Show the class the effect this has on the resolution of the object.
Items Used: Microscope, microscope camera, slide(s) with object(s), colored filters (if desired).

Notes: Colored filters are available. These can be used to show the effects the wavelength has on resolution. Math Description:

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