Catoptric Systems

Catoptric systems are those which use only mirrors for image formation. They constrast with catadioptric systems which use both mirrors and lenses and with pure dioptric systems which use only lenses.

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Newton's Telescope

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Gregory's Telescope

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Cassegrain Telescope

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Schwarzchild Microscope

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