University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 34 - Geometric Optics - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 1151: Q34.13

Answer

See explanation.

Work Step by Step

As equation 34.13 shows, m = 1, so the height of the image is the same as the original height of the arrow. However, the image appears at a different depth than the object, so it appears to be shorter. This is similar to how a submerged straw appears shorter than it really is because the bottom appears closer to the surface (Figure 34.27).
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