What is another word for iris diaphragm?
Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ɪɹɪs dˈa͡ɪəfɹˌam] (IPA) 
Iris diaphragm is an optical component that is used to control the amount of light that enters the lens system. The iris diaphragm is made up of a series of overlapping blades that can be adjusted to create a smaller or larger opening. Some possible synonyms for iris diaphragm include aperture diaphragm, iris mechanism, and diaphragm control. The iris diaphragm is commonly used in photography, microscopy, and other applications where precise control of light is required. By adjusting the iris diaphragm, users can create sharp, well-exposed images with deep depth of field or shallow depth of field depending on their needs.
