Physics

Mirror Equation Calculator

Find image distance for a curved mirror.

Parameters Live Compute
Calculated Output
Image distance 13.333
Magnification (x) -0.6667
Formula: 1/f = 1/dₒ + 1/dᵢ
Step-by-Step Breakdown
1. Values used:
2. Object distance = 20
3. Focal length = 8
4.
5. Image distance = 13.333
6. Magnification = -0.6667x
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Curved mirrors follow the same equation as thin lenses.

The math behind it

1/f = 1/object + 1/image. Concave mirrors have positive f; convex negative.

Worked Example

object 20, f 8 → image 13.3.

Frequently Asked Questions

Focal length?

Half the radius of curvature.

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