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What Shape Image Do You Get with a Circular Light Source and a Triangular Hole?

Offered By: Dot Physics via YouTube

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Explore the fascinating interplay between light sources and aperture shapes in this 29-minute video from Dot Physics. Investigate the intriguing question of what image is produced when a circular light source, like the sun, is projected through a triangular pinhole. Delve into the physics behind image formation, challenging common assumptions about pinhole cameras. Utilize interactive visualizations and animations, accessible through provided code links, to model and understand the behavior of light passing through various aperture shapes. Gain insights into optics, diffraction, and image projection techniques, enhancing your understanding of fundamental physics concepts.

Syllabus

What shape image do you get with a circular light source and a triangular hole?


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Dot Physics

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