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Question
Draw a neat diagram to explain the action of a convergent (convex) lens as a reading glass (or magnifying glass). State the characteristics of the image formed.
Solution
The object to be seen must be placed from the convex lens at a distance less than its focal length.
Characteristics of the image so formed are:
(i) It is virtual and upright.
(ii) It is magnified.
(iii) The image is formed towards the object side.
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