- This experiment establishes a key idea – “virtual” or “apparent” images.
- It also is an example of how modeling can help us understand unexpected phenomena.
- This experiment can be done in various courses at various different levels. One possibility is when students study parabolas.
- This experiment can be used to illustrate the power of various different technologies – from careful drawings to software like CAS or GeoGebra.
- It can also be used as the basis for projects.
The following diagram shows the idea behind the Mirascope.
This pdf file discusses the mathematics used in designing the mirascope.
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