Far point

Far Point

Far Point is a term that can refer to various concepts in different fields, including astronomy, optics, and science fiction. This article explores the different contexts in which "Far Point" is used.

Astronomy

In astronomy, a far point often refers to the aphelion, the point in the orbit of a celestial body where it is farthest from the Sun. This is in contrast to the perihelion, where the celestial body is closest to the Sun. The concept of aphelion is crucial in understanding the elliptical orbits of planets, comets, and other celestial objects.

Optics

In the field of optics, the far point of the eye is the most distant point at which an object can be seen clearly without accommodation. For a person with normal vision, this point is at infinity. However, for individuals with myopia (nearsightedness), the far point is closer than infinity, and for those with hyperopia (farsightedness), the far point is effectively beyond infinity.

Science Fiction

In science fiction, "Far Point" can refer to various fictional locations or concepts. One notable example is the Star Trek: The Next Generation pilot episode titled "Encounter at Farpoint". In this episode, the crew of the USS Enterprise (NCC-1701-D) investigates the mysterious Farpoint Station, which serves as a test for the new crew under the scrutiny of the powerful entity known as Q.

Related Pages

• Aphelion
• Perihelion
• Myopia
• Hyperopia
• Star Trek: The Next Generation
• USS Enterprise (NCC-1701-D)
• Q (Star Trek)