Images in a diverging lens are always virtual. when an objectis placed

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The discussion revolves around the characteristics of virtual images produced by diverging and converging lenses. Participants are exploring the differences between these types of virtual images and the specific characteristics that define them.

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  • Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

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  • Participants are attempting to identify and describe the characteristics of virtual images, such as position, magnitude, and orientation. Questions are raised about the differences between images produced by diverging and converging lenses, as well as the potential for magnification with a diverging lens.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants sharing their thoughts and questions about the characteristics of virtual images. Some guidance has been offered regarding the types of characteristics to consider, but there is no explicit consensus on the differences between the images produced by the two types of lenses.

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Participants express uncertainty about the characteristics of images and seek clarification on the concepts involved. There is a mention of textbook references, indicating a reliance on existing materials for understanding.

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images in a diverging lens are always virtual. when an objectis placed betweenthe focus and optical centre of a converging lens, the image is also virtual. what are the differences between these virtual images? explain by studying the 4 characteristics of each image.



i have no idea of what to do, I've looked through my textbook and couldn't find anything, please help!
 
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What are those characteristics of an image?

ehild
 


i think that they are both virtual and that their put through different types of lenses
 


What about position, magnitude, are they upright or inverted?

ehild
 


yea i think those as well
 


And what is the difference between the virtual images produced by a converging lens and a diverging one? Can you magnify by a diverging lens?

ehild
 


the characteristics are magnification, attitude, location and type
diverging is when the rays radiate outward from the focus
converging is when the rays radiate inward so they cross each other
 


It is correct. Can you tell the difference between the virtual images produced by a converging or a diverging lens?

ehild
 

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