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What kind of pickup device did Farnsworth invent?

  • An audio pickup device

  • A heat pickup device

  • An image pickup device

  • A light pickup device

Answer

An image pickup device, the precursor to the modern television camera, was invented by Philo Farnsworth in 1927. It revolutionized the field of television by converting light and images into electrical signals. This technology became the foundation for electronic television systems, enabling the transmission and display of moving images on screens. Farnsworth's invention marked a significant milestone in the development of television technology.
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