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3.2.3a Converging and diverging lenses

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a.

Explain the difference between a real image and a virtual image in terms of light rays.

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b.

An object of height 3.0 cm is placed at a distance of 30 cm in front of a thin converging lens of focal length 10 cm. Calculate the distance of the image from the lens.

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c.

Calculate the height of the image and state whether it is upright or inverted.

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d.

The distance between the object and the lens is increased. Describe the direction of change in: 1. the distance of the image from the lens, 2. the size of the image.

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3.2.3a Converging and diverging lenses Questions

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