6.2.1.6 - Magnification (m)
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Define magnification in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about comparing sizes.
What is the formula for magnification in a lens?
💡 Hint: Remember the definitions of v and u.
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What is the formula for magnification in a convex lens?
💡 Hint: Focus on the variables related to object and image.
Magnification can be negative for mirrors. True or False?
💡 Hint: Think about how images are reflected in mirrors.
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A telescope's objective lens has a focal length of 400 cm, and its eyepiece has a focal length of 10 cm. What is the total magnification of the telescope?
💡 Hint: Use the focal lengths of the lenses.
A converging lens is placed to focus on an object 15 cm away, which yields a clear image that is twice the size of the object. What is the image distance?
💡 Hint: Recall the image is twice the size of the object for magnification.
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