Mirror Equation Flashcards
1
Q
For focal length what if its positive or negative?
A
Positive: concave mirror
Negative: convex mirror
2
Q
For the radius of curvature, what if its positive or negative?
A
Positive: concave
Negative: convex
3
Q
For the image of the distance from the vertex, what if the image is positive or negative?
A
Positive: real image
Negative: virtual image
4
Q
Object distance from the vertex:
A
Always positive
5
Q
The formula to know the size and if its upright or inverted
A
M= |-di/do|
6
Q
What is the mirror/lens equation?
A
1/do + 1/di= 1/f = 1/r