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Converging lens

Diagram showing refraction of light through a converging lens.

Each light ray entering a converging (convex) lens refracts inwards as it enters the lens and inwards again as it leaves. These refractions cause parallel light rays to meet (converge) – focussing in on a focal point – before spreading out again.

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