Distorted Images in Curved Mirrors
IntroductionHave you ever visited a house of mirrors and seen a wacky-looking version of yourself? In this activity you can construct your own miniature house of mirrors. Try it out and see what funny reflections you can make! CreditsSabine De Brabandere, PhD, Science Buddies
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Active Time
30-45 minutes
Total Project Time
30-45 minutes
Key Concepts
Curved mirror, image, concave, convex
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