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MYP Physics · 11 · structured

Projector lens position

Light and optics · Original GioPhysics question with a detailed, mark-by-mark answer guide.

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demanding
Marks
6
Topics
1
Answer
Complete
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Object and converging lens

The object and optical axis are shown on one side of a converging lens; the image remains for you to locate.

Object and converging lensThe object and optical axis are shown on one side of a converging lens; the image remains for you to locate. u: 18 cm; f: 12 cm.objectlens (f)u
u
18 cm
f
12 cm

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Question6 marks

A converging lens has focal length 12 cm and an object is 18 cm from it. Use 1/f = 1/u + 1/v to find image distance and describe the image.

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Build a visible chain from the information given to the quantity or statement requested.

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demanding
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