The discussion revolves around the relationship between the mirror equation and the lens equation, exploring the principles used in their derivations. Participants are examining specific scenarios involving mirrors and the implications of object and image distances.
The discussion is active, with participants sharing their thoughts on the derivation process and the nature of the mirrors involved. Some guidance has been offered regarding the use of ray tracing techniques, and there is an exploration of different types of mirrors.
Participants are considering the implications of using different types of mirrors, such as plane, concave, and convex mirrors, and how these affect the relationships between object and image distances. There is also mention of assumptions regarding the nature of the mirrors being discussed.
What principles did your textbook use in deriving the lens equation?Show that the mirror equation can be derived using the same principles that were used in deriving the equation for lenses.
She would see herself 1 m behind the mirror and the frame of the small mirror will be seen 1.3 m behind. But the image of the bow will be further yet.I am assuming the answer is 1.0 m + 0.3 m= 1.3 m.
I am looking, not seeing too much in the way of any good diagrams.Delphi51 said:What principles did your textbook use in deriving the lens equation?
Do you recall drawing some rays from object to image through the lens? I think there are 3 special rays that are easy to draw, and a bit of work with similar triangles gives you that formula.
She would see herself 1 m behind the mirror and the frame of the small mirror will be seen 1.3 m behind. But the image of the bow will be further yet.