Definition
It is the extent to which the image is magnified with the respect to the object size. It is the ratio of height of image and height of object. And also related to distance of object and image.
Magnification in mirrors
Magnification in lenses
Relationship between focal length and magnification
Note
- Height for virtual images should be taken as positive while real images should be taken as negative.
- Negative magnification means that the image is real and positive magnification means that the image is virtual.
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Spherical Mirrors Sign Convention for Spherical Mirrors
Flashcards
Height for virtual images should be taken as {{positive}}
Height for real images should be taken as {{negative}}.
Negative magnification means that the image is {{real}}
Positive magnification means that the image is {{virtual}}.
What is the formula for magnification in spherical mirrors? ?
What is the formula for magnification in spherical lenses? ?
What is the relationship between focal length and magnification? ?
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