Optics Question 652

Question: A double convex thin lens made of glass of refractive index 1.6 has radii of curvature 15 cm each. The focal length of this lens when immersed in a liquid of refractive index 1.63 is

[UPSEAT 2000; Pb. PET 2004]

Options:

A) - 407 cm

B) 250 cm

C) 125 cm

D) 25 cm

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

flfa=(aμg1)(lμg1) ; fa=R2(μg1)=152(1.61)=12.5

fl12.5=(1.61)(1.61.631)fl=407.5 cm



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