- Learn to trace the path of propagating light waves using geometrical optics
- Observe the effect of changing parameters such as focal length, object dimensions and position on image properties
- Learn the equations used in determining the size and locations of images formed by thin lenses
General Information
Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 11, 12
Suggested Technology:
Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Java Plugin
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: lens, object, image, focal length, geometrical optics, rays
Instructional Component Type(s):
Tutorial,
Virtual Manipulative,
Instructional Design Framework(s):
Demonstration
Resource Collection:
Games and Simulations