Newtonian Telescope
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Newtonian Telescope
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A reflecting
telescope in which a small plane mirror reflects the convergent beam from
the objective to an eyepiece at one side of the telescope. After the second
reflection the rays travel approximately perpendicular to the longitudinal
axis of the telescope. See Cassegrain
telescope. [[/a>|/a>
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References
This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use