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प्रश्न
Define the term Principle axis.
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उत्तर
The principal axis is the straight line passing through the pole and the centre of curvature.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Select the correct alternative
The property due to which a light ray striking a surface is returned back into the same medium is called
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Explain the following term:
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Draw diagrams to show the difference between regular and irregular reflection.
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- the focal length of the mirror.
______ through which light can pass partially.
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