Because of the type of image formed in a above a convex lens is used as a .......... glass.

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Convex lens is used as a magnifying glass.
A magnifying glass is a convex lens which produces a magnified (larger) image of an object.
A magnifying glass produces an upright, magnified virtual image. The virtual image produced is on the same side of the lens as the object.

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Because of the type of image formed in a above a convex lens is used as a .......... glass.

Convex lens is used as a magnifying glass.A magnifying glass is a convex lens which produces a magnified (larger) image of an object.A magnifying glass produces an upright, magnified virtual image. The virtual image produced is on the same side of the lens as the object.

Convex lens is used as a magnifying glass.
A magnifying glass is a convex lens which produces a magnified (larger) image of an object.
A magnifying glass produces an upright, magnified virtual image. The virtual image produced is on the same side of the lens as the object.