The lens equation Flashcards
1
Q
how do you calculate the position of the image formed by a lens
A
1/f = 1/u + 1/v f = focal length, u = object distance, v = image distance
2
Q
what is a real image
A
images that can be focused onto a screen
3
Q
what is the virtual image
A
image viewed through a magnifying glass appears to be behind the lens and cannot be focused onto a screen
4
Q
use the equation 1/f = 1/u + 1/v
A
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