What is meant by permanent adjustment of a theodolite.Enlist any two such adjustment.

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A theodolite consist of several fundamental lines .In order reading to be accurate, certain desired relationship must exist between the fundamental lines of the instruments. But due to improper handling or excessive use, this relationship may be disturbed and hence the reading from the theodolite may lead to erroneous results. For rectifying a disturbed relationship, some procedures, termed as permanent adjustment are adopted.

Following are the adjustments:

1 Adjustment of plate level

2 Adjustment of line of collimation

3 Adjustment of horizontal axix

4 Adjustment of level tube on the telescope

5 Adjustment of vertical index frame.

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