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Periscope vs. Binocular — What's the Difference?

Periscope vs. Binocular — What's the Difference?

Difference Between Periscope and Binocular

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Periscope

A periscope is an instrument for observation over, around or through an object, obstacle or condition that prevents direct line-of-sight observation from an observer's current position.In its simplest form, it consists of an outer case with mirrors at each end set parallel to each other at a 45° angle. This form of periscope, with the addition of two simple lenses, served for observation purposes in the trenches during World War I. Military personnel also use periscopes in some gun turrets and in armoured vehicles.More complex periscopes using prisms or advanced fiber optics instead of mirrors and providing magnification operate on submarines and in various fields of science.

Binocular

Having two eyes arranged to produce stereoscopic vision.

Periscope

An apparatus consisting of a tube attached to a set of mirrors or prisms, by which an observer (typically in a submerged submarine or behind a high obstacle) can see things that are otherwise out of sight.

Binocular

OftenbinocularsAn optical device, such as a pair of field glasses or opera glasses, designed for simultaneous use by both eyes and consisting of two small telescopes joined together.

Periscope

Any of various tubular optical instruments that conn reflecting elements, such as mirrors and prisms, to permit observation from a position displaced from a direct line of sight.
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Binocular

Using two eyes or viewpoints; especially, using two eyes or viewpoints to ascertain distance.
A binocular microscope or telescope

Periscope

A form of viewing device that allows the viewer to see things at a different height level and usually with minimal visibility.

Binocular

Attributive form of binoculars

Periscope

(obsolete): A general or comprehensive view.

Binocular

Relating to, used by, or involving both eyes at the same time:binocular vision.

Periscope

(intransitive) To rise and peer around, in the manner of a periscope.

Binocular

A pair of binoculars.

Periscope

A general or comprehensive view.

Binocular

(dated) Any binocular glass, such as an opera glass, telescope, or microscope.

Periscope

An optical instrument of tubular shape containing an arrangement of lenses and mirrors (or prisms), allowing a person to observe a field of view otherwise obstructed, as beyond an obstructing object or (as in submarines) above the surface of the water.

Binocular

Having two eyes.

Periscope

An optical instrument that provides a view of an otherwise obstructed field

Binocular

Pertaining to both eyes; employing both eyes at once; as, binocular vision.

Binocular

Adapted to the use of both eyes; as, a binocular microscope or telescope.

Binocular

A binocular glass, whether opera glass, telescope, or microscope.

Binocular

An optical instrument designed for simultaneous use by both eyes

Binocular

Relating to both eyes;
Binocular vision

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