Optics - Diopter farsighted + shortsigted

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In summary, the man in this conversation has both farsightedness and shortsightedness, with his natural correct view being between 70cm to 100cm. When he puts on reading glasses, the power of the lens should be such that the image of an object at his near point of vision (25cm) forms at 70cm, allowing his eye lens to focus it. The power of the lens can be calculated by setting the image of an object at his far point (100cm) to form at 100cm, and solving for the distance u.
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Homework Statement


A man is both farsighted and shortsighted so his natural correct view is between 70cm to 100cm.
What will be his view range if he puts on his reading glasses?


Homework Equations



[tex]\frac{1}{u}+\frac{1}{v} = \frac{1}{f} = D[/tex]

The Attempt at a Solution


I calculated diopter for his farsightness and came with D=2.571 (1/0.25 - 1/0.70 = 2.571
Now, I wanted to know what will be the his maximum range and have come to the equation:
[tex]\frac{1}{u}-\frac{1}{\infty} = 2.571[/tex]
And the solution for u is 38.889cm, so the view range will be between 25cm to 38.889cm.
Now, there is another opinion in our class that when I use the equation to reveal the limit to his view range I should put 1/100cm instead of [tex]\frac{1}{\infty}[/tex] because the man can see to 100 cm at max and not to the extent of the horizon.

What is the correct way and why?

Thank you
 
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the reading lens should have power such that for object at near point of vision (25cm) its image should form at 70cm ... so that eye lens can focus it.
find power of it that way ...
now for far point ... when object is at u ... its image should be at 100cm ... so solve for u (answer)
 

What is a diopter?

A diopter is a unit of measurement used in optics to quantify the refractive power of a lens. It is represented by the symbol "D" and is equal to the reciprocal of the focal length of the lens in meters.

What does it mean to be farsighted?

Farsightedness, also known as hyperopia, is a vision condition where distant objects appear clearer than objects that are near. This is caused by an eyeball that is too short or a cornea that is too flat, resulting in light being focused behind the retina instead of directly on it.

What does it mean to be shortsighted?

Shortsightedness, also known as myopia, is a vision condition where near objects appear clearer than distant objects. This is caused by an eyeball that is too long or a cornea that is too curved, resulting in light being focused in front of the retina instead of directly on it.

What is the relationship between diopters and farsightedness/shortsightedness?

The diopter measurement is used to indicate the refractive power needed to correct farsightedness or shortsightedness. A positive diopter (e.g. +2.00 D) is used to correct farsightedness, while a negative diopter (e.g. -3.50 D) is used to correct shortsightedness.

Can farsightedness and shortsightedness occur together?

Yes, it is possible for a person to have both farsightedness and shortsightedness at the same time. This is known as astigmatism and is caused by an irregularly shaped cornea. In this case, a combination of positive and negative diopters may be needed to correct the vision.

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