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Draw a ray diagram to show how a converging lens can form an image of the Sun. Hence, give a reason for the term 'burning glass' for a converging lens used in this manner. 

Important Questions on Refraction Through a Lens

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Give two characteristics of the image formed by a concave lens.
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Give two characteristics of the virtual image formed by a convex lens.
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Complete the following table.
Type of lens Position of object Nature of image Size of image
convex Between optic centre and focus    
convex At focus    
concave At infinity    
concave At any distance    
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A concave lens, if kept at a proper distance from an object, can form its real image.
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A ray of light incident parallel to the principal axis of a lens, passes undeviated after refraction.
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A ray of light incident at the optical centre of lens, passes undeviated after refraction.
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Define ‘power’ of a lens. In what unit is it expressed?
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How is the power of a lens related to its focal length?