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Find the focal length of a lens of power −2.0 D. What type of lens is this?

Updated On: Jan 13, 2026
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Solution and Explanation

The power of a lens is given by \(P = \frac 1f\). In this case, \(P = -2D\), which means \(f = -\frac 12 \) or \(f= -0.5\ m\). A negative focal length signifies a concave lens.

Therefore, this is a concave lens.

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