Definition

A concave lens is bounded by two spherical surfaces curved inwards. It diverges rays of light.

Image formation

Ray diagrams

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Inference: Focus is in the left side of the lens

Object PositionImage PositionNatureSize
InfinityFocus (object side)VEPoint sized
Between Infinity and PoleB/w P and F (object side)VEDiminished

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Spherical Lenses


Flashcards

What are concave lens? ? A concave lens is bounded by two spherical surfaces curved inwards. It diverges rays of light.

Which lens is called diverging lens?;;Concave Lens

Focus is in the left side of the lens in {{concave lenses}}.