Lens Magnification Simulator
Interactive demonstration of converging lens optics and magnifying glass principles
Lens Equation
1/f = 1/u + 1/v
Image Distance (v): -35.7 cm
Magnification
M = |v/u|
Magnification: 5.0×
Magnifying Power
MP = 25/|u|
Magnifying Power: 3.5×
Optimal Conditions
Adjust object distance for max power
Key Concepts
- Virtual images form on the same side as the object for a magnifying glass
- Maximum magnifying power is achieved when the image forms at the near point (25cm)
- Magnification and magnifying power are equal when the image is at the near point
- The lens equation 1/f = 1/u + 1/v relates focal length, object distance, and image distance
