Radius of Curvature of a 10cm Concave Mirror

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The radius of curvature of a concave mirror is directly related to its focal length. For a concave mirror with a focal length of 10 cm, the radius of curvature is calculated by multiplying the focal length by 2. Therefore, the radius of curvature is 20 cm. This relationship is fundamental in optics and is essential for understanding mirror properties.

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A concave mirror has a focal length of 10 cm. what is its radius of curvature?:eek:
i have absolutely no idea how to solve this, please help:cry:, any advice is greatly appreciated:smile:
 
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Just by reading the text below the first link you should be able to find the answer. I'll give you a hint, all you need to do is multiply your 10 cm by a single number!
 
oh ok so it's just the double of the focal length then? thanks so much:biggrin:
 

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