Waves and the Propagation of Energy · Waves & Optics

Ray Optics and Imaging

Using geometric optics to predict the behavior of light in lenses and mirrors.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the thin lens equation model the formation of real versus virtual images?
  2. 2What variables affect the focal length of a spherical mirror in an astronomical telescope?
  3. 3How would an engineer apply total internal reflection to optimize data transmission in fiber optic cables?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9SPU13
Year: Year 11
Subject: Physics
Unit: Waves and the Propagation of Energy
Period: Waves & Optics

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