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Pinhole Camera Model

The Pinhole Camera Model is a classic educational optics apparatus used to demonstrate the fundamental principles of image formation without the use of lenses. The model consists of a light-proof wooden box with a tiny pinhole aperture through which light enters and forms an inverted image on a translucent screen.

The apparatus features two sliding wooden boxes, allowing adjustment of the image distance for clearer observation. One section contains the pinhole aperture, while the other houses a frosted glass screen that captures the projected image. This simple yet effective model helps students understand rectilinear propagation of light and the basic working principle of cameras.

Ideal for physics laboratories, STEM learning programs, classroom demonstrations, and science exhibitions, the Pinhole Camera Model provides a practical understanding of optical image formation.