How are converging lenses different from diverging lenses?

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Apr 25, 2018

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Explanation:

Converging lenses are lenses which converge the light rays coming towards them, whereas diverging lenses are lenses which diverge the rays coming towards them.

Converging lenses form a real image, whereas diverging lenses form a virtual image. Converging lenses are also known as convex lenses and diverging lenses are also known as concave lenses.

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