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Question
Draw a neat and labeled ray diagram of a simple periscope. Give two uses of a periscope.
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Solution
Periscope is used to see over the top of an obstacle. It is also used in submarines for observing for movement of ships. It can be used from the trenches for observing the movement on the surface of the earth.
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