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Introduction to

Convex Mirrors
and Convex
Lenses
This presentation will delve into the fascinating world of convex
mirrors and convex lenses. We will explore their properties and
learn how to determine their focal lengths through experiments.

by Charan Tej
Relationship between Focal Length and
Radius of Curvature
In a convex mirror, the focal length (f) is half the radius of curvature (R). This relationship is crucial for
understanding how these mirrors work.

Focal Length (f) Radius of Curvature (R)

The distance between the mirror's surface and the focal The distance between the mirror's surface and the
point where reflected rays converge. center of curvature, which is the center of the sphere
from which the mirror is a part.
Experimental Setup to Find the
Focal Length of a Convex
Mirror
This experiment requires a convex mirror, a screen, a light source, and a ruler.
The light source shines a beam of light towards the mirror, and the screen is
used to observe the reflected light.

Convex Mirror Screen


The curved reflecting surface of A flat surface used to observe the
the mirror that causes light rays reflected image formed by the
to converge or diverge. mirror.

Light Source Ruler


A source of light that shines a Used to measure distances
beam towards the mirror. between the mirror, the screen,
and the object.
Procedure for the Experiment
The experiment involves placing the convex mirror at a fixed distance from the screen. The light
source is then moved until a clear image is formed on the screen. The focal length is then
calculated using the measured distances.

Step 1
Place the convex mirror and the screen at a fixed distance apart.

Step 2
Shine the light source towards the mirror.

Step 3
Adjust the position of the light source until a clear image is formed on the screen.

Step 4
Measure the distances between the mirror, the screen, and the object.
Calculations and
Observations
The focal length of the convex mirror can be calculated using the
mirror formula, which relates the object distance, image distance,
and focal length. The observations are recorded in a table, noting
the distances and the nature of the image formed.

Object Image Focal Length Nature of


Distance (u) Distance (v) (f) Image
Conclusion and
Applications
This experiment helps us understand the properties of convex
mirrors. Convex mirrors are commonly used in vehicles, stores, and
telescopes due to their ability to provide a wide field of view.

1 Wide Field of View 2 Virtual Image


Formation
Convex mirrors have a
wide field of view, making Convex mirrors always
them ideal for form virtual images that
applications where a are upright and smaller
large area needs to be than the object.
monitored.

3 Diverging Light
Convex mirrors diverge light rays, spreading them out.

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