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If a convex lens of refractive index `mu _l` is placed in a medium of refractive index `mu_m` Such that `mu_l > mu_m > mu_(air)` then

A

The nature of the lens is diverging

B

The nature of the lens is converging

C

The nalure of the lens may be converging or diverging

D

The nature of the lens can't be determined

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To solve the problem step by step, we will use the lens maker's formula and analyze the conditions given in the question. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Given Information**: - We have a convex lens with a refractive index \( \mu_l \). - The lens is placed in a medium with a refractive index \( \mu_m \). - The conditions given are \( \mu_l > \mu_m > \mu_{air} \). 2. **Lens Maker's Formula**: - The lens maker's formula is given by: \[ \frac{1}{f} = \left( \frac{\mu_l}{\mu_m} - 1 \right) \left( \frac{1}{R_1} - \frac{1}{R_2} \right) \] - Here, \( f \) is the focal length of the lens, \( R_1 \) and \( R_2 \) are the radii of curvature of the lens surfaces. 3. **Analyzing the Condition**: - Since \( \mu_l > \mu_m \), we can say: \[ \frac{\mu_l}{\mu_m} > 1 \] - This implies that: \[ \frac{\mu_l}{\mu_m} - 1 > 0 \] - Therefore, the term \( \left( \frac{\mu_l}{\mu_m} - 1 \right) \) is positive. 4. **Nature of the Lens**: - For a convex lens, the term \( \left( \frac{1}{R_1} - \frac{1}{R_2} \right) \) is also positive because \( R_1 \) (the radius of curvature of the first surface) is positive and \( R_2 \) (the radius of curvature of the second surface) is negative. - Thus, both terms in the lens maker's formula are positive, leading to: \[ \frac{1}{f} > 0 \] - This means that the focal length \( f \) is positive. 5. **Conclusion**: - A positive focal length indicates that the lens is converging. Therefore, the nature of the lens is converging. ### Final Answer: The nature of the lens is converging.
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