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Converging lens

Diagram showing refection of light through a converging lens.

Each light ray entering a converging (convex) lens refracts inwards as it enters the lens and inwards again as it leaves. These refractions cause parallel light rays to spread out, travelling directly away from an imaginary focal point.

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Published:14 March 2012Size: 103.74 KB