lenses Flashcards

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1
Q

how do lenses form an image?

A

by refracting light

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2
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what are the two main types of lenses?

A

convex and concave

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3
Q

what is the distance from the lense to the principal focus called

A

the focal length

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4
Q

a concave lense is wider at the 1.____ than the

2._______

A
  1. edges

2. middle

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5
Q

what types of images can convex lenses produce

A

real or virtual

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6
Q

why are convex kenses occasionally called converge lenses

A

due to parallel rays of light entering the convex lense converge

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7
Q

what type of images can concave lenses produce

A

only virtual

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8
Q

what is the equation to work out magnification

A

image height / object height

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