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An equiconvex lens of focal length f and power P is cut into two halves in thickness. What are the focal length and power of each half?

Important Questions on Refraction of Light at Spherical Surfaces : Lenses

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Sunglasses (goggles) have curved surfaces, yet their power is zero, why?

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A lens of focal length f forms the image of a luminous object on a screen m times large. Show that the distance of the screen from the lens is f(1+m).

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Use the lens equation to explain that an object placed within the focus of a convex lens produces a virtual, enlarged image.

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Use the lens equation to explain that a concave lens produces a virtual and diminished image, independent of the location of the object.

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A convex lens of glass (n=1.50) continues to behave as a convex lens when immersed in water (n=1.33) but behaves as a concave lens when immersed in carbon disulphide (n=1.63). Explain.
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State how focal length of a glass lens (refractive index 1.5) changes when it is completely immersed in Water (refractive index 1.33).

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State how focal length of a glass lens (refractive index 1.5) changes when it is completely immersed in A liquid (refractive index 1.65).

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What type of lens is an air bubble inside water?