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CUET · PHYSICS · PYQ PAPER 2023

What is the effect on the focal length of a convex lens when it is immersed in a liquid whose refractive index is equal to refractive index of the lens ?

  1. A Focal length will become infinity
  2. B Focal length will become zero
  3. C Focal length will reduce but not become zero
  4. D Focal length remains unchanged
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(A) Focal length will become infinity

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\( \frac{1}{f} = \left( \frac{n_{lens}}{n_{medium}} - 1 \right) \left( \frac{1}{R_1} - \frac{1}{R_2} \right) \) \( n_{lens} = n_{medium} \implies \frac{n_{lens}}{n_{medium}} = 1 \) \( \frac{1}{f} = (1 - 1) \left( \frac{1}{R_1} - \frac{1}{R_2} \right) = 0 \) \( f = \infty \)
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