back focal plane (BFP)

The focal plane located at the back of a lens or lens system when considering the direction of light travel. The focal plane located on the other side of the lens from the back focal plane is known as the front focal plane.

Synonyms: rear focal plane

See also: focal plane , front focal plane

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The Microscope Optical Train

The optical train consists of an illuminator, condenser, specimen, objective, and detector.