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For seeing the cricket match we prefer binocular over terrestrial telescope. Why?


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Binocular is preferred for observing a cricket match and not a terrestrial telescope because binocular gives a proper three-dimensional view.

Binoculars have the following advantages and disadvantages
Advantages:

  • It is easily portable
  • It is best for terrestrial views
  • It doesn’t involve too much of maintenance

Disadvantages:

  • It is not suitable when there are low light conditions
  • Detailed viewing of celestial objects is not possible

Following are the advantages and disadvantages of the telescope
Advantages:

  • It is used for detailed viewing of celestial objects
  • Cameras can be attached to capture pictures
  • These can be used in low light conditions

Disadvantages:

  • It is too bulky to carry
  • It is not suitable for terrestrial viewing

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