The focal length (property of a lens) is the point at which parallel rays from the sun will converge on passing through the lens. it follows that if a light source is placed at the focal point, the lens will produce parallel rays. If a light source is placed between the lens and the focal point, diverging beams will result. If a light source is placed beyond the focal point away from the lens, converging beams will result.
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