A question about mirrors and images

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When two mirrors are positioned at an angle that results in a fractional division of 360 degrees, the number of images formed of an object placed between them can be calculated using the formula n = 360/θ - 1, where θ is the angle between the mirrors. For example, with an angle of 72 degrees (1/5 of 360), five images will be created. The discussion encourages experimentation with different fractions, such as 2/5, to observe the resulting number of images. This exploration highlights the relationship between the angle and the number of reflections. Understanding this concept is essential for predicting image formation in mirror setups.

Mar 5, 2011

pkpaul26

If two mirrors are placed at such an angle so that when 360 degree is divided by that angle the result is a fraction.then if an object is placed between the two mirrors how many images of that object will be formed?

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Mar 5, 2011

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hi pkpaul26! welcome to pf!

in other words, if the angle is p*360°/q ?

try it first with p/q =1/5, then 2/5, to see how it works

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