Converging Lens Image Formation
The Converging Lens Image Formation Interactive provides learners with a virtual light box for exploring the refraction of light through converging lenses and the manner in which such refraction leads to the formation of an image of a complex object. Learners tap on various points upon an object. A ray diagram is quickly constructed and the location of the image of that point is marked by a pixel on the screen. The process can be repeated for a variety of points or the learner can select to have the simulation draw all the rays in an automated fashion.
Users are encouraged to open the Interactive and explore. There is no need for an activity sheet or a set of directions. But for those teachers who would like to have a more directed experience, we have created an exercise that can be used in the classroom. View
Exercise.
Instructors may also be interested in viewing the accompanying
Notes page. Technical information, teaching suggestions, related resources that complement this Interactive, and ideas for incorporating the lesson into a unit on Refraction and Lenses are provided on the Notes page. View
Notes.