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Distinguish between a converging and a diverging lens.

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Converging Lens
A converging lens is a lens that converges a parallel beam of light from a source. A double convex lens is a type of converging lens.

Diverging Lens
A diverging lens is a lens that diverges a parallel beam of light. A double concave lens is a type of diverging lens.


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