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circle of least confusion |
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circle of least confusion, 1 (in optics) a disc representing the image of a theoretical point made by a spherocylindrical lens. 2 smallest cross-section of the blur circle between two focal lines formed by an astigmatic lens. circle of least confusion The smallest cross-section of a circular bundle of an astigmatic pencil formed by an astigmatic lens and situated between the two focal lines. See astigmatism; conoid of Sturm. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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