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Can a Magnifying Glass when exposed to direct sunlight really burn wood?

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Asked by narendra sharma, 22 Feb 08:48 am
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Yes, provided the focus of the lens just touches the wood.
Answered by nemi jain, 22 Feb 08:53 am

 
  
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Yes
Answered by rajan, 23 Feb 06:51 am

 
  
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Yes
Answered by Quest, 22 Feb 09:24 pm

 
  
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Yes it can and i have done it sevaral times
Answered by iqbal seth, 22 Feb 01:35 pm

 
  
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Provided the wood is dry
Answered by samson aseervatham, 22 Feb 09:08 am

 
  
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