Simple Optic Resolution Problem/ Rayleigh's Criterion

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Homework Statement




Suppose you wanted to be able to see astronauts on the moon. What is the smallest diameter of the objective lens required to resolve a 0.68 m object on the moon?

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I was told to use Rayleigh's Criterion but i do not see how to relate the equation
θmin = 1.22λ/D where theta is the minimum resolvable angle, lambda is the wavelength and D is diameter?


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Didn't even know where to start, any help would be greatly appreciated! thanks
 
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