Exploring Real & Inverted Images with Bi-Convex Lenses

In summary, a bi-convex lens is a curved lens with a thicker middle and thinner edges that can refract light rays to form real and inverted images. It works by bending light rays to converge at a point on the other side of the lens. The quality of the image formed can be affected by factors such as the lens curvature and thickness, distance from the object, and wavelength of light. Bi-convex lenses have various applications in photography, microscopy, vision correction, telescopes, and magnifying glasses. The focal length of a bi-convex lens determines the size and magnification of the image formed.
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An object is placed between the optical centre and the focus point of a bi-convex lens. The image obtained is always inverted and real. Is this statement true? Justify your answer using the thin lens equation.

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1. What is a bi-convex lens?

A bi-convex lens is a type of lens that is curved on both sides, with a thicker middle and thinner edges. This shape allows it to refract light rays and form real and inverted images.

2. How does a bi-convex lens form a real and inverted image?

A bi-convex lens works by bending the light rays that pass through it, causing them to converge at a point on the other side of the lens. This convergence creates a real and inverted image of the object being viewed.

3. What factors affect the quality of the image formed by a bi-convex lens?

The quality of the image formed by a bi-convex lens can be affected by several factors, including the curvature and thickness of the lens, the distance between the lens and the object, and the wavelength of the light passing through the lens.

4. What are some real-life applications of bi-convex lenses?

Bi-convex lenses have a wide range of applications in areas such as photography, microscopy, and vision correction. They are also commonly used in telescopes and magnifying glasses.

5. How does the focal length of a bi-convex lens affect the image formed?

The focal length of a bi-convex lens determines the distance at which the image will be in focus. A shorter focal length will result in a larger image, while a longer focal length will create a smaller image. The focal length also affects the magnification of the image.

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