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What is the power of a convex lens lens whose focal length is 80 cm?

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What is the power of a convex lens lens whose focal length is 80 cm? 

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Solution

Power of a lens is given by: 
Power (P) `=1/f` 

∴ `p=1/(80xx10^2)=100/80=1.25 D`.

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Chapter 2: Refraction of Light - Exercise 7 [Page 261]

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Lakhmir Singh Physics [English] Class 10
Chapter 2 Refraction of Light
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