What Refraction Index Makes an Object Appear at Infinity in a Crystal Sphere?

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To make an image appear at infinity when viewing through a transparent crystal sphere with colored glass, the appropriate refraction index must be calculated using the formula n1/s + n2/s' = (n2-n1)/R. The user attempted to solve this by substituting values for object distance (s) and image distance (s'), specifically using 2R for s and infinity for s'. The method of solving for the ratio n1/n2 was confirmed as correct. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between object distance, image distance, and refraction index in optics. This approach is essential for accurately determining the refraction index needed for the desired optical effect.
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Homework Statement



Let’s say you have a transparent crystal sphere, on the far side you cast colored glass. By choosing the right refraction index, the image of glass corn would appear located at infinity (when you look from the other not colored side). Suggest a refraction index.



Homework Equations



object and image distance in spherical surface

n1/s + n2/s' = (n2-n1)/R

Where R is radius of the sphere
s = object distance
s' = image distance

The Attempt at a Solution



This is what I did:

n1/2R + n2/inf = (n2-n1)/R
and then solving n1/n2 and get a value..(not sure if this is the right way)
 
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That looks like the correct method.
 
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