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Differences between a Convex Lens and a Concave Lens

A convex lens is thicker in the middle than at edges. A concave lens is thinner in the middle than at edges.



Differences between a Convex Lens and a Concave Lens


Convex Lens

1. A convex lens is thicker in the middle than at edges.

2. It is a converging lens.

3. It produces mostly real images.

4. It is used to treat hypermeteropia.

 

Concave Lens

1. A concave lens is thinner in the middle than at edges.

2. It is a diverging lens.

3. It produces virtual images.

4. It is used to treat myopia.


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