In an experiment to measure the focal length (f) of a convex lens, the magnitude of object distance (x) and the image distance (y) are measured with reference to the focal point of the lens. The y-x plot is shown in figure. The focal length of the lens is cm. [figure]
Answer
20
Solution
[figure]
Distances from the foci ⇒ Newton's formula: xy=f2 (the curve)
At C the curve meets the line x=y (object and image both at 2f): x=y=20 cm
f2=20 20 f=20 cm
(Check: u=v=f+20=40 cm=2f ✓)
Answer: 20