1) FOCAL LENGTH OF THE LENS - USING LENS EQUATION: (a) Table 1: Calculate the focal length using the Lens equation and enter the calculated values in the given column: (Write three digits after the decimal for each value) u (cm) (cm 1) v (cm) - (cm 1) f (cm) V 17 25 20 20 23 18 26 16.5 29 15.5 Mean focal length of the convex lens f: cm (b) Calculate the Power of the lens: (Write the answer with the unit in the spaces given) Power of the convex lens : 1/2

1) FOCAL LENGTH OF THE LENS - USING LENS EQUATION: (a) Table 1: Calculate the focal length using the Lens equation and enter the calculated values in the given column: (Write three digits after the decimal for each value) u (cm) (cm 1) v (cm) - (cm 1) f (cm) V 17 25 20 20 23 18 26 16.5 29 15.5 Mean focal length of the convex lens f: cm (b) Calculate the Power of the lens: (Write the answer with the unit in the spaces given) Power of the convex lens : 1/2

Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Technology Update (No access codes included)

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Chapter36: Image Formation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 36.11OQ: A converging lens made of crown glass has a focal length of 15.0 cm when used in air. If the lens is...

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