Chapter 26: Reflection, Refraction and Geometrical Optics
Puzzles




1.  

"Physics Lite"

The figure shows a concave mirror with fM = 12.5 cm and a converging lens with fL = 25 cm. They are place 50 cm apart with an object centered between them. The lens will create images of both the object and its reflection. Describe the size and location of the images formed.

Bonus question: Describe how this setup could be useful in a lighthouse.


Please answer this in words, not equations, briefly explaining how you obtained your answer.


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