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Calculate equivalent focal length of plano convex lens for following case:-
(i) When curved surface is silvered.
(ii) When plane surface is silvered.

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To solve the problem of calculating the equivalent focal length of a plano-convex lens for two different cases of silvering, we will follow a systematic approach. ### Given: - A plano-convex lens with a radius of curvature \( R \). - Refractive index of the lens material \( \mu \). ### Case (i): When the curved surface is silvered ...
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