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Mirror Equation Calculator

mirror/lens equation calculator. Get instant, accurate results. Enter values for instant results with step-by-step formulas.

Reviewed by Manoj Kumar, Mathematics Educator

Reviewed by Manoj Kumar, Mathematics Educator

Formula

1/f = 1/dโ‚’ + 1/dแตข | m = -dแตข/dโ‚’

Relates focal length, object distance, and image distance for mirrors and thin lenses.

Worked Examples

Example 1: Converging lens

Problem:f=10cm, dโ‚’=30cm

Solution:1/dแตข=1/10-1/30=2/30, dแตข=15cm, m=-0.5

Result:dแตข=15cm, m=-0.5ร—

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