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प्रश्न
Define the term principal focus in case of convex mirror. Draw a convex mirror and show its principal focus and focal length clearly.
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उत्तर
Focal length is the distance between pole (P) and focus (F)

(F) Focus is a point on principal axis where rays of light appear to meet.
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