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PHY 104 Reflection and Refraction of Light Objective Question

Question

For a spherical mirror, what is the relationship between the focal length (f) and the radius of curvature (r)?
Options
A f = 2r
B f = r/2
Correct Answer
C f = r
D f = 1/r
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 22 clearly states, 'Using geometry, we find that the focal length is half the radius of curvature: f = r/2.'

Hint

This is a fundamental geometric relationship for spherical mirrors.

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