Find Focal Length of Mirror with 9.5 Magnification, 14mm from Object

In summary, the conversation discusses the formulas for finding the focal length of a mirror and calculating magnification in optics. It also explains what a magnification of 9.5 means and how to find the focal length of a mirror with a given magnification. The significance of the object distance of 14mm is also mentioned, as it plays a crucial role in determining the focal length and magnification of the mirror.
  • #1
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A mirror is required with magnification 9.5 when an object is 14mm from the mirror
What is the focal length

My attempt:
M=v/u
9.5=v/14
v=133

1/f = (1/v)+(1/u)
1/f=(1/133)+(1/14)
f=12.67

Since no object is magnified when the created image is outside of 2f
this answer can't be correct.
 
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  • #3
The answer I get is 15.65.
 
  • #4
2x15.65 is still less than 133
 

1. What is the formula for finding the focal length of a mirror?

The formula for finding the focal length of a mirror is f = r/2, where f is the focal length and r is the radius of curvature of the mirror.

2. How do you calculate magnification in optics?

Magnification in optics is calculated by taking the ratio of the size of the image to the size of the object. In this case, it would be magnification = image distance/object distance.

3. What does a magnification of 9.5 mean?

A magnification of 9.5 means that the image formed by the mirror is 9.5 times larger than the object. This indicates a high level of enlargement or magnification.

4. How do you find the focal length of a mirror with a given magnification?

To find the focal length of a mirror with a given magnification, you can use the formula f = m*d, where f is the focal length, m is the magnification, and d is the distance between the object and the mirror.

5. What is the significance of the object distance being 14mm in this scenario?

The object distance being 14mm means that the object is placed 14mm away from the mirror. This distance is important in determining the focal length and magnification of the mirror.

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