Waves and Optics · Waves & Optics

Geometric Optics

Analyzing the reflection and refraction of light through mirrors and lenses.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the index of refraction of a material influence the path of a light ray?
  2. 2What factors determine whether a lens forms a real or virtual image?
  3. 3How would an engineer apply the principles of total internal reflection to design fiber optic cables?

Common Core State Standards

HS-PS4-1
Grade: 9th Grade
Subject: Physics
Unit: Waves and Optics
Period: Waves & Optics

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