
Concave and Convex Lenses Review
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Science
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8th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a convex lens?
Back
A convex lens is a lens that is thicker in the middle than at the edges, causing light rays that pass through it to converge or come together.
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NGSS.MS-PS4-2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a concave lens?
Back
A concave lens is a lens that is thinner in the middle than at the edges, causing light rays that pass through it to diverge or spread apart.
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NGSS.MS-PS4-2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does a convex lens affect light rays?
Back
A convex lens refracts light rays inward, causing them to converge to a focal point.
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NGSS.MS-PS4-2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does a concave lens affect light rays?
Back
A concave lens refracts light rays outward, causing them to diverge.
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NGSS.MS-PS4-2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the focal point of a lens?
Back
The focal point is the point where light rays either converge (in a convex lens) or appear to diverge from (in a concave lens).
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between real and virtual images?
Back
Real images are formed when light rays converge and can be projected on a screen, while virtual images are formed when light rays diverge and cannot be projected.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some common applications of convex lenses?
Back
Convex lenses are used in magnifying glasses, cameras, and eyeglasses for farsightedness.
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