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Can a convex lens give diverging rays?


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  1. We know that A convex lens is known as a converging lens. Which type of lens is a a converging lens and whic - Tutorix
  2. In some specific circumstances, a convex lens can give diverging rays, when a convex lens is placed inside a liquid of a refractive index greater than that of the material of the lens. Otherwise always gives a convergent ray.

Hence, a convex lens cannot give diverging rays.


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