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PHY 104 Reflection and Refraction of Light Objective Question
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According to the document (page 22), what is the relationship between the focal length (f) and the radius of curvature (r) for a spherical mirror?
Options
A <i>f</i> = 2<i>r</i>
B <i>f</i> = <i>r</i>
C <i>f</i> = <i>r</i> / 2
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D <i>f</i> = 1 / <i>r</i>
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

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

Hint

Remember how the focal point is defined in relation to the center of curvature for spherical mirrors.

Question Info

Course: PHY 104
Topic: Reflection and Refraction of Light
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 49 of 947
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