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Standard X
Physics
Image Formation by Convex Lens
Define the op...
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Define the optical centre of a spherical lens.
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The optical centre of the lens is defined as the point which lies on the principal axis through which the rays of light pass without any deflection.
Or it can be defined as the central point of the lens through which a ray of light passes without suffering any deviation.
In fig. below point O represents the optical centre in convex and concave lenses.
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