Lenses Practice 2

10 problems · instant feedback · full explanations

Lenses refract. Converging lenses can make real images; diverging lenses only virtual ones. The lens equation 1/f = 1/do + 1/di rules them all.

Q1.

Which lens can form a real image of a distant object?

Multiple choice · Easy

Q2.

An object 0.3 m from a converging lens forms an image 0.3 m beyond it. What is the focal length? (m)

Numerical answer (m) · Medium

Q3.

A diverging lens always forms:

Multiple choice · Medium

Q4.

A lens with f = 0.5 m has what power?

Multiple choice · Easy

Q5.

Object at 0.1 m from a converging lens with f = 0.2 m. Find the image distance. (m)

Numerical answer (m) · Hard

Q6.

di = 0.3 m, do = 0.6 m. What are the magnification and orientation?

Multiple choice · Medium

Q7.

Diverging lenses correct nearsightedness (myopia).

True / False · Easy

Q8.

A virtual image can be projected onto a screen.

True / False · Medium

Q9.

A +3 diopter lens is placed in contact with a −1 diopter lens. What is the total power? (diopters)

Numerical answer (diopters) · Hard

Q10.

In a simple glass lens, which color focuses closest to the lens?

Multiple choice · Hard