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Physics Question on Ray optics and optical instruments

A spherical air bubble in water behaves as:

A

Convex lens

B

Concave lens

C

Concave mirror

D

Plane mirror

Answer

Concave lens

Explanation

Solution

Spherical air bubble in water acts as concave lens when the angle of incidence is less than the critical angle and a convex mirror when the angle of incidence is more than critical angle.