Magnifying Glass Physics Simulation
Interactive demonstration of converging lens optics and virtual image formation
Real-time Calculations
Object Distance (u):
-9.0 cm
Image Distance (v):
-90.0 cm
Linear Magnification (m):
10.0
Magnifying Power (M):
2.8
Virtual Image Height:
20.0 cm
Area Magnification:
100.0
Physics Formulas Used
Lens Formula: 1/f = 1/v - 1/u
Magnification: m = v/u = hi/ho
Magnifying Power: M = 25/|u|
Area Magnification: A = m²
