Physics
Where must a point source of light be placed in front of a convex lens so as to obtain a parallel beam of light?
Refraction Lens
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In order to obtain a parallel beam of light, the source of light should be placed at the first focal point i.e. the focal point on the left of the optical centre of the convex lens.
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