Solving Refraction Puzzles: Coin Depth & Convex Lens Image

In summary, the first problem involves a thin hollow glass sphere with a radius of 1m and a coin placed at the bottom. When 2.09 cubic meters of a liquid with a refractive index of 1.5 is poured into the sphere, a person viewing it vertically wants to know the apparent depth of the coin. The second problem involves a convex lens with a thickness of 0.2m and radii of curvature of 1m and 2m on the two surfaces. An object is placed 10m from the left surface and the right surface is silvered. The question is to find the position of the final image. In solving these problems, it is important to consider the refraction and reflection at
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Problem 1:
A thin hollow glass sphere has a radius of 1 m. A coin is placed at the bottom of the glass sphere. 2.09 metre cube of a liquid of refractive index 1.5 is poured into the glass shpere. A person is viewing the object vertically. What is the apparent depth of the coin?

Im not sure if there will be refraction at the glass surface and i don't know how to consider it. I need help.

Problem 2:
A convex lens has a thickness 0.2m. The radii of curvature of the two surfaces are 1 and 2 m respectively. An object is kept at a distance of 10m from the left surface. The right surface is silvered. Find the position of final image.

I considered refraction at surface 1 , refration at surface 2, then reflection and then again refraction at surface 2 and refration at surface 1.
Is that right?
 
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1, The glass is a 'thin shell' so ignore it's refraction. You just have to consider a plano-spherical lens of water of whatever thickness that depth works out as.

2, Nearly, there is no refraction at surface 2 because there is no other medium between the glass and the silver. ( Ignoring complicated stuff about evervescent waves and surface plasmons).
 
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My book says, when there is a silvered lens, we are supposed to consider it as a lens and a mirror seperately and consider 4 refractions and 1 reflection. I am unable to verify this from any standard textbook. Any source you'll suggest?
 

1. What is refraction and why is it important in solving puzzles?

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes through different mediums. It is important in solving puzzles because it affects how light rays travel and interact with objects, which can impact the final image or perception of an object in the puzzle.

2. How does the depth of a coin affect its image when viewed through a convex lens?

The depth of a coin refers to the distance between the top and bottom surfaces. When viewed through a convex lens, the depth of a coin will affect the size and clarity of the image. A deeper coin will result in a larger and clearer image, while a shallower coin will result in a smaller and less clear image.

3. What is the relationship between the refractive index and the focal length of a convex lens?

The refractive index refers to the measure of how much a material slows down light. The focal length is the distance between the center of a lens and the point where light rays converge after passing through the lens. The greater the refractive index of a material, the shorter the focal length of a convex lens will be.

4. Can convex lenses only produce upright images?

No, convex lenses can produce both upright and inverted images, depending on the placement of the object and the lens. If the object is placed closer to the lens than the focal point, an inverted image will be produced. If the object is placed beyond the focal point, an upright image will be produced.

5. How can understanding refraction help in solving puzzles?

Understanding how light behaves when passing through different mediums and interacting with objects can help in determining the final image in a puzzle. By knowing the principles of refraction, one can manipulate the placement of objects or lenses to achieve the desired image and successfully solve the puzzle.

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