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Define the following term in reference to a lens with a proper diagram: Radius of curvature

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Define the following term in reference to a lens with a proper diagram:

Radius of curvature

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The radius of the sphere of which the lens surface is a part is called the radius of curvature. In the figure, OC, and OC, are radii of curvature of the two surfaces of convex and concave lenses.

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Chapter 5: Refraction of Light through Lenses - Intex Question [Page 112]

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Lakhmir Singh Physics [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 5 Refraction of Light through Lenses
Intex Question | Q 4. (iii) | Page 112
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