6A20.35 Optic Mirage
Concepts
Concave mirror, real image
Overview
Two concave mirrors face each other, and the top mirror has a hole in the middle. An object in the middle of the bottom mirror will make a real image at the hole.
Details
Equipment
- [1] Mirrors
- [1] Plastic frog
Script
- Put the frog in the middle of the bottom mirror.
- Ask the student to look at the mirror hole from the side.
Additional Resources
References
- PIRA 6A20.35
Disclaimer
- If you somehow hurt yourself attempting this at home, we are not responsible!
Last revised
- 2020
Technicals
- Purchased. One company calls its product the 3D Mirascope.
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