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Peer reviewedRamsey, Gordon P. – Physics Teacher, 1991
An incident light ray parallel to the optical axis of a parabolic mirror will be reflected at the focal point and vice versa. Presents a mathematical proof that uses calculus, algebra, and geometry to prove this reflective property. (MDH)
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, High Schools
