How many mirrors are used in a periscope?

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A periscope is defined as an instrument used for observing over, around, or through an obstacle or object which is prevented by a direct line of sight. Periscopes are fitted with two plane mirrors at the ends of the tube at an angle of $45^{0}$ with the side of the tube.

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