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Lens Formula

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Two convex lenses A and B of the same aperture have thickness 1 cm and 1.5 cm respectively. Which will have a greater focal length?

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Solution

The thinner lens will have less curvature, so more focal length, i.e., $f_{A} > f_{B}$ .

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