Resolution and Resolving power

Resolution

Resolution noun - The ability of a microscope or telescope to measure the angular separation of images that are close together.

Resolving power is a synonym for resolution. In some cases you can use "Resolving power" instead a noun "Resolution".

Resolving power

Resolving power noun - The ability of a microscope or telescope to measure the angular separation of images that are close together.
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Synonyms for Resolving power

Resolution is a synonym for resolving power. You can use "Resolution" instead a noun phrase "Resolving power".
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