IITJEE Advance • Physics New Syllabus
Module 15: Geometrical Optics Hub
Master the geometry of light propagation. Explore advanced reflection, refraction, prism dynamics, complex lens combinations, silvering of lenses, and optical instruments.
Topic 1.1 • Reflection Mechanics
Laws of Reflection, Plane & Spherical Mirrors, and Velocity of Image
Topic 1.2 • Bending of Light
Snell’s Law, Apparent Depth, Variable Refractive Index, and Total Internal Reflection
Topic 2.1 • Prism Dynamics
Deviation, Dispersion, Angle of Minimum Deviation, and Thin Prisms
Topic 2.2 • Curved Surfaces
Refraction at Single Spherical Surfaces, Lens Maker’s Formula, and Magnification
Topic 3.1 • Lens Theory
Thin Lenses, Equivalent Focal Length, Cutting of Lenses, and Silvering of Lenses
Topic 3.2 • Advanced Methods
Optical Path Length, Fermat’s Principle, and Newton’s Displacement Method
Topic 4.1 • Micro-Optics
Simple & Compound Microscopes, Visual Angle, and Magnifying Power
Topic 4.2 • Macro-Optics