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Pentaprism

physical science Maturity 7-9

This is a special glass shape.

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Pentaprism.svg
It helps move light. It can turn light around a corner. This helps you see photos in a camera. It makes the picture look right.
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Roof-pentaprism.svg
Do you like taking pictures?

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