A filar micrometer is a precision instrument used in microscopy and optical measurements to measure small distances with high accuracy. It consists of two fine wires or threads (called filars) that are positioned in the focal plane of an optical system, such as a microscope or telescope. The filars can be moved closer together or farther apart using a micrometer screw, allowing the user to measure the distance between them with high precision.
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