Focal Length of a Concave Mirror

Use a light source, concave mirror, and half screen accessory on an optics bench to measure the focal length of the concave mirror.

Grade Level: College

Subject: Physics

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Basic Optics System

A complete optics bench that includes all the components required to do introductory optics experiments.

Concave/Convex Mirror

A double-sided mirror, concave on one side and convex on the other, and a semicircular half-screen. Both are mounted in a holder for easy placement on the Basic Optics Track.

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