Image formation refers to the process by which an image is created using lenses or mirrors. It involves the interaction between incoming rays of light and optical elements.
Convex Lens/Mirror: These optical elements converge incoming parallel rays towards each other, forming real images.
Concave Lens/Mirror: These optical elements diverge incoming parallel rays away from each other, forming virtual images.
Focal Length: The focal length is the distance between the lens/mirror and its focal point, where parallel rays converge or appear to converge.
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