Solving Physics Lab Report Questions

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The discussion revolves around two physics lab report questions related to optics, specifically concerning the focal lengths of lenses in a film projection apparatus and an astronomical telescope.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the application of lens formulas, questioning the values assigned to variables such as object distance and image distance. There is also speculation about the relationship between magnifying power and focal length in the context of the telescope.

Discussion Status

The conversation is ongoing, with some participants attempting to apply relevant formulas while others express uncertainty about the correctness of their approaches and the implications of the parameters involved.

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Participants are navigating through the specifics of the problems, including potential misunderstandings about the setup and the relationships between the different optical components.

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Hello,

I have just finished what seems like an infinite amount of questions for this lab report. 2 of them I am just not sure how to proceed. Any help would be appreciated.

Question 1:
In a film projection apparatus, it is desired to produce pictures 12 ft wide on a screen 50 ft from the lens. The size of the picture on the film is 1 in. wide. What must be the focal length of the projection lens used?

Question 2:
The magnifying power of an astronomical telescope 24 in. long is equal to 15. Determine the focal length of the objective lens and that of the eyepiece. Assume the telescope is focused on a distant object.

Thank you.
 
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1) Because 1/u + 1/v = 1/f, from what I understand u = 50ft and v = 1 inch (Could be wrong..)

2) Guessing here, but Power of lens = 1/focal length, thus 15 = 1/f, 15f = 1, f = 1/15
 
Im not sure that is right. How does it take into consideration the other parameters of the problem?
 
That's exactly where my uncertainty comes from..
I'll have to get back to you on this one.
 

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