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Question
Numerical problem.
The radius of curvature of a spherical mirror is 25 cm. Find its focal length.
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Solution
Given:
Radius of curvature = 25 cm
To find: f =?
Solution:
f = `R/2`= `25/2`
f = 12.5 cm
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