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To find focal length of a Concave Mirror
To determine the focal length of a concave mirror, by obtaining image of a distant object. Theory
Before getting started with the experiment, it is important to understand a few terms that are used in a concave mirror and convex lens: Below is an experiment to determine the focal length of a concave mirror and convex lens. To determine the focal length of: Following are the ways to obtain the focal length of the concave mirror: Following are the ways to obtain the focal length of convex lens: Observation Table
CalculationFollowing is the mean value of the focal length of concave mirror:
Result10 cm is the focal length of the concave mirror. Precautions
To determine focal length of a convex lensMaterials Required
Experimental SetupProcedure
Observation Table
CalculationFollowing is the mean value of the focal length of convex lens:
Result10 cm is the focal length of the convex lens. Precautions
Viva QuestionsQ1. Differentiate between convex lens and concave lens.
Q2. Name two types of spherical mirrors
Q3. What is the relationship between focal length T and the radius of curvature R of a concave mirror?
Q4. What is the mirror formula?
Q5. What is law of reflection for a mirror?
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