Lensmaker's Equation
1/f = (n - 1)·(1/R1 - 1/R2) => f = 1 / ((n - 1)·(1/R1 - 1/R2))
What it says
Gives the focal length of a thin lens from its refractive index and the radii of curvature of its two surfaces.
Symbols
| Symbol | Quantity | Dimension |
|---|---|---|
n | Refractive index (dimensionless) | 1 |
R1 | Radius of curvature, front surface (m) | L |
R2 | Radius of curvature, back surface (m) | L |
f | Focal length (m) | L |
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