Contact lenses, focal length and uncorrected far point distance

In summary, the conversation is discussing the concept of nearsightedness and the use of contacts to correct it. The person in question has a focal length of -7.6cm for their contacts and a far point distance of 8.7m with glasses. Using the formula 1/F=1/do+1/di, the uncorrected far point distance is calculated to be -7.534. The conversation then delves into further equations to understand the concept of nearsightedness and the use of lenses to correct it.
  • #1
danok
4
0
1. A nearsighted person wears contacts with a focal length of -7.6cm. If this person's far point distance with her glasses is 8.7m, what is her uncorrected far point distance?



2. 1/F=1/do+1/di



3. 1/-7.6=1/do+1/870
=-7.534


I am completely lost here...please help. Thanks!
 
Physics news on Phys.org
  • #2


So it's not just me then...
 
  • #3


The image distance is constant in both cases (the length of the eyeball)
You have an unknown focal length lens (the eye) and a combintion of the same unknown lens and a known lens with a known object distance.

So write the equations for object, image distance and focal length for both cases.
 

1. What are contact lenses?

Contact lenses are thin, curved lenses that are placed directly on the eye's surface to correct vision. They are an alternative to traditional eyeglasses and can be used to correct various vision problems.

2. What is focal length?

Focal length is the distance between the center of a lens and its focal point. It is an important factor in determining the strength and effectiveness of a lens.

3. How does focal length affect vision?

The focal length of a lens determines how much the light rays are bent as they pass through the lens. This, in turn, affects the focus of the image on the retina, and therefore, the clarity of vision.

4. What is the uncorrected far point distance?

The uncorrected far point distance is the maximum distance at which a person with normal vision can see clearly without the use of corrective lenses. It is usually around 20 feet for adults.

5. How do contact lenses correct the uncorrected far point distance?

Contact lenses work by changing the focal length of the eye. By placing a corrective lens on the eye, the focal length is altered, allowing for clearer vision at various distances, including the uncorrected far point distance.

Similar threads

  • Introductory Physics Homework Help
Replies
1
Views
619
  • Introductory Physics Homework Help
Replies
4
Views
738
  • Introductory Physics Homework Help
Replies
2
Views
1K
  • Introductory Physics Homework Help
Replies
3
Views
1K
  • Introductory Physics Homework Help
Replies
12
Views
3K
  • Introductory Physics Homework Help
Replies
2
Views
3K
  • Introductory Physics Homework Help
Replies
3
Views
816
  • Introductory Physics Homework Help
Replies
1
Views
954
  • Introductory Physics Homework Help
Replies
3
Views
2K
  • Introductory Physics Homework Help
Replies
1
Views
2K
Back
Top