Dioptrics

Dioptrics is the branch of optics that deals with light-refracting systems. It distinguishes itself from the catoptrics that deals with reflective systems. The Latin form " Dioptrice " is the title of a major work of Johannes Kepler on the field.

In light microscopy are condensers that consist of glass lenses, referred to as dioptric, to distinguish them from catoptrical which consist of mirrors. Dioptric condensers are therefore the norm. Allvar Gullstrand was awarded in 1911 the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine " for his work on the dioptrics the eye".

A catadioptric system, such as a catadioptric telescope having both reflective ( catoptric ) or refractive ( dioptric ) elements. Other examples are mirror lens lenses and catadioptric Dialyte.

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• Optics