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Prism |
A prism is a Transparent optical medium bounded by two plane polished surfaces, which are inclined at an angle to one another. |
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Principle section of a Prism |
The section of the prism that is perpendicular to the refracting surfaces. |
Perpendicular to what? |
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Apical angle of a Prism |
The angle between the two refracting surfaces (in the principal surfaces) |
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Refracting edge of a Prism |
Intersection between two refracting surfaces |
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Base-apex line of a Prism |
The line that connects from the apex to the base and is perpendicular to the base |
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Prism Dioptre |
The unit of measurement for a Prism |
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