Physics - Optics: Lenses (5 of 5) Lens Combinations - Converging Lens & Mirror
TLDRThis script explains the process of analyzing a lens-mirror optical system. It begins by detailing how rays of light from an object pass through a converging lens to form an image. This image then acts as an object for a mirror, which forms a second image. The script includes calculations for image distances and magnifications at each stage, using the lens formula and mirror formula. It concludes with the total magnification of the system, illustrating how a lens-mirror combination can produce inverted and real images with varying sizes.
Takeaways
- π The video demonstrates a combination of a mirror and a converging lens to form images.
- π When an object is placed in front of the converging lens, rays pass through it, converge, and form an image.
- π The mirror reflects the converged rays, forming a second image.
- π To analyze the lens and mirror combination, first, the image caused by the lens is formed by ignoring the mirror.
- π§ The focal length of the converging lens and the concave mirror are both positive.
- π The first image distance (S1') is calculated using the lens formula: S1' = S1 * F1 / (S1 - F1).
- πΌοΈ The magnification of the first image (M1) is negative, indicating the image is inverted and 2/3 the size of the object.
- π The first image acts as the object for the mirror, with its distance adjusted by subtracting the lens-mirror separation.
- π The second image distance (S2') is found using the mirror formula: S2' = S2 * F2 / (S2 - F2).
- βοΈ The second image is real, inverted, and formed in front of the mirror with a magnification of 0.56.
- π The total magnification (M_total) of the second image relative to the original object is -0.38.
Q & A
What is the main concept discussed in the video script?
-The main concept discussed in the video script is the process of finding the image formed by a combination of a lens and a mirror, including the calculations for image distances and magnifications.
What type of lens is being discussed in the script?
-The script discusses a converging lens, which is also known as a convex lens.
What is the role of the mirror in the lens-mirror combination?
-The mirror in the lens-mirror combination reflects the rays that have passed through the lens to form a second image.
How is the image formed by the first lens found?
-The image formed by the first lens is found by drawing rays from the object, which pass through the lens and converge to form an image on the other side.
What is the significance of the positive image distance (S1') found relative to the lens?
-A positive image distance (S1') indicates that the image formed by the lens is a real image, meaning it is located on the same side of the lens as the light source.
What is the formula used to calculate the image distance (S1') formed by the first lens?
-The formula used to calculate the image distance (S1') is S1' = S1 * F1 / (S1 - F1), where S1 is the object distance, and F1 is the focal length of the lens.
What does the negative magnification (M1) signify?
-A negative magnification (M1) signifies that the image formed by the lens is inverted relative to the original object.
How is the object distance for the mirror calculated in the lens-mirror setup?
-The object distance for the mirror is calculated by taking the distance from the first image to the mirror and subtracting the distance between the lens and the mirror.
What is the formula used to calculate the image distance (S2') formed by the mirror?
-The formula used to calculate the image distance (S2') is S2' = S2 * F2 / (S2 - F2), where S2 is the object distance relative to the mirror, and F2 is the focal length of the mirror.
What does a positive image distance (S2') in relation to the mirror indicate?
-A positive image distance (S2') in relation to the mirror indicates that the image is formed in front of the mirror, which is a virtual image in the context of the mirror.
How is the total magnification of the lens-mirror combination calculated?
-The total magnification of the lens-mirror combination is calculated by multiplying the magnifications of the individual lens (M1) and mirror (M2).
What does the final total magnification (M total) represent?
-The final total magnification (M total) represents the ratio of the size of the final image to the size of the original object, taking into account the inversions and scalings that occur through the lens-mirror system.
Outlines
π Lens and Mirror Optics Combination
This paragraph introduces the concept of combining a converging lens with a mirror to form two distinct images. The process begins with the lens creating an image, which is then used as an object for the mirror to form a second image. The focal lengths of both the lens and the mirror are positive, indicating they both converge light. The explanation includes the calculation of image positions and magnifications using lens and mirror equations, resulting in a real, inverted image relative to the lens and a virtual, upright image in front of the mirror.
π Calculating Image Properties in a Lens-Mirror Setup
The second paragraph delves into the specifics of calculating the properties of the second image formed by the mirror in the lens-mirror combination. It explains how to determine the image distance and magnification using the mirror's focal length and the distance of the first image from the mirror. The calculation reveals a positive image distance, indicating a virtual image in front of the mirror, and a magnification that suggests the image is inverted but maintains the same orientation as the object causing it. The total magnification of the system is found by multiplying the magnifications of the lens and mirror, resulting in a significantly reduced and inverted final image relative to the original object.
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Keywords
π‘Mirror
π‘Lens
π‘Converging Lens
π‘Focal Length
π‘Image Formation
π‘Magnification
π‘Real Image
π‘Inverted Image
π‘Ray Tracing
π‘Positive and Negative Magnification
π‘Total Magnification
Highlights
Introduction to a lens and mirror optical system setup with a converging lens and mirror.
Explanation of how light rays pass through a converging lens and then reflect off a mirror to form images.
Methodology for analyzing lens and mirror combinations similar to lens-lens combinations.
Description of the positive focal length of both the converging lens and mirror.
Procedure for drawing rays to determine the first image formed by the lens.
Use of lens equation to calculate the image distance (S1') for the first lens.
Calculation of the first image's position at 33.3 cm from the lens.
Determination of the first image as a real, inverted image that is smaller than the object.
Process of finding the second image caused by the mirror using the first image as the new object.
Calculation of the distance from the first image to the mirror and subsequently to the mirror's focal point.
Use of mirror equation to find the second image distance (S2') with the mirror.
Result of the second image being in front of the mirror at a positive 13.1 cm distance.
M2 magnification calculation showing the second image is larger and upright compared to the first image.
Conclusion that the second image is inverted and maintains the same orientation as the object causing it.
Total magnification calculation combining both the lens and mirror effects.
Final magnification result indicating a significantly reduced image size relative to the original object.
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