Relation between Focal Length and Radius of Curvature
Which of the ...
Question
Which of the following relations hold good for 'R' and 'F', where 'R' is the radius of curvature of a spherical mirror and 'F' is the focal length of the mirror?
A
R = F
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B
R=F2
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C
F=R2
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D
2F = R
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Solution
The correct options are C
F=R2
D
2F = R
The focal point occurs at the midpoint between pole and radius of curvature. So, if radius of curvature is R and focus is F, then, F=R2 or 2F=R.