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Focal Point (Noun)

The concentration of attention or energy on something; "the focus of activity shifted to molecular biology"; "he had no direction in his life".

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

A point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges.

Nouns denoting natural phenomena.

The focal point of the magnifying glass was adjusted to concentrate the sun's rays onto a small area.
A camera's lens is positioned to focus the image at a precise focal point on the sensor.
The mirror's curvature directed the light rays to converge at a single focal point, creating a sharp image.
In a solar oven, the focal point of the parabolic mirror is where the pot is placed to absorb the concentrated heat.
The telescope's eyepiece was moved to position the celestial object's image at the focal point, allowing for clear observation.

A central point or locus of an infection in an organism; "the focus of infection".

Nouns denoting natural processes.