Overview
Explore the principles of mirrors in this comprehensive 37-minute physics lesson. Delve into plane mirrors, understanding virtual and upright images, and learn about image distance and magnification. Examine concave mirrors, also known as converging mirrors, and discover the concept of focal distance. Master the mirror equation and its applications. Investigate convex mirrors, or diverging mirrors, and their unique properties. Practice solving mirror calculations using the mirror equation and magnification formula. Gain a thorough understanding of real and virtual images, as well as upright and inverted images, through detailed explanations and ray diagrams for various mirror types.
Syllabus
Lesson Introduction
Plane Mirrors
Concave Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
Mirrors Problems Using the Mirror Equation and Magnification
Taught by
Chad's Prep