Find the object location with ray optics

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The discussion focuses on finding the image location and orientation for a 1.0-cm-tall object placed 4.0 cm from a diverging lens with a focal length of 6.0 cm. Using the thin lens formula, the image distance (si) is calculated to be -2.40 cm. However, the user encounters an issue with their ray tracing diagram, measuring the intersection incorrectly at 0.4 cm instead of the expected -2.40 cm. A key correction is suggested regarding the horizontal ray that should pass through the focal point, emphasizing the importance of accurate ray drawing in lens diagrams. Proper execution of ray tracing is essential for visualizing the image location accurately.
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Homework Statement



A 1.0-cm-tall object is placed 4.0cm from a diverging lens of focal length 6.0cm. Using both ray tracing and the thin lens formula, find the location and orientation of the image.

Homework Equations


-1/f = 1/so + 1/si
m = -si/so = hi/ho


The Attempt at a Solution


-1/6cm = 1/4cm + 1/si
si = -2.40 cm

Okay so attached my ray tracing diagram.. (sorry for the crappy camera quality), but the point where the Si crosses the ho is supposed to be where the object distance is.. and i measured with my ruler that it is 0.4cm, not 2.4cm. What am I doing wrong in the drawing?
 

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You haven't correctly drawn the ray that travels horizontally toward the lens. Hint: for this ray you'll need to use one of the focal points.
 
Rays traveling parallel to the principal axis are refracted through the focal point of the lens.
 
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