Convex Lens Explained

Convex lens are explained completely in this video lessons. Learn about convex lenses, their focussing system, and other details here.

What is a Convex Lens?
An optical lens is generally made up of two spherical surfaces. If the surfaces of the lens are bent outwards, the lens is called a convex lens or biconvex lens. A convex lens converges a straight beam of light and is thicker at the center and gets thinner as we move towards the edges.

Uses of a convex lens:
1. Convex lens present in the human eye helps us to see.
2. A convex lens is used to correct long-sightedness or hypermetropia.
3. It is used in magnifying glass.
4. It is used in cameras as it focuses light and produces a clear image.

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