A convex lens of focal length 20 cm can produce a magnified virtual a

1.	A convex lens of focal length 20 cm can produce a magnified virtual as well as real image. Is this a correct statement? If yes, where shall the object be placed in each case for obtaining these images?
Answer» Yes, the statement is correct. For magnified virtual image : The object should be placed between optic centre (C) and focus (F) (< 20) For magnified real image: Placed between focus (F) and centre of curvature (2F) (20 – 40)

A convex lens of focal length 20 cm can produce a magnified virtual as well as real image. Is this a correct statement? If yes, where shall the object be placed in each case for obtaining these images?

Answer»

Yes, the statement is correct. For magnified virtual image :

The object should be placed between optic centre (C) and focus (F) (< 20)

For magnified real image:

Placed between focus (F) and centre of curvature (2F) (20 – 40)