Lens type and image characteristics · PhysicsBowl 2013 #37
Physics · optics
Problem
A real object in air is placed in front of a glass lens. The calculated image size is larger than the size of the original object. Which one of the following conclusions about the type of lens used and the type of image formed is correct?| Type of Lens | Type of Image |
|---|---|
| (A) Convex only | Could be virtual or real |
| (B) Concave only | Will be virtual only |
| (C) Either concave or convex | Will be virtual only |
| (D) Convex only | Will be real only |
| (E) Either concave or convex | Virtual for the concave lens; Real for the convex lens |