the minimum distance of seperation of the two stars
Not what you're looking for?
The telescope on Mt Palomar has a diameter of 210 inches , A double star is 3 light years away.
Under ideal conditions what is the minimum distance of seperation of the two stars for their images to be resolved in light of wavelength 500nm.
Answer in meters please.
Purchase this Solution
Solution Summary
It finds the minimum distance of seperation of the two stars for their image to be resolved by a telescope. The solution is detailed and was rated '5/5' by the student who originally posted the question.
Solution Preview
Please see the attached file.
optics
The telescope on Mt Palomar has a diameter of 210 inches. A double star is 3 light years away. Under ideal conditions ...
Purchase this Solution
Free BrainMass Quizzes
The Moon
Test your knowledge of moon phases and movement.
Variables in Science Experiments
How well do you understand variables? Test your knowledge of independent (manipulated), dependent (responding), and controlled variables with this 10 question quiz.
Intro to the Physics Waves
Some short-answer questions involving the basic vocabulary of string, sound, and water waves.
Basic Physics
This quiz will test your knowledge about basic Physics.
Classical Mechanics
This quiz is designed to test and improve your knowledge on Classical Mechanics.