Subjective Type

What type of mirror could be used : (a) as a shaving mirror ? (b) as a shop security mirror ?

Solution

(a) Concave mirror: The shaving mirrors are used to view the enlarged image of the face.
(b) Convex mirror: The reflective surface bulges outwards toward the light source which results in a distorted image but an expanded field of view.

SIMILAR QUESTIONS

Optics

Name the type of mirror used in the following situations: a) Headlights of car b) Solar furnaces

Optics

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Optics

Name the type of mirror used in the following situations. Headlights of a car Side/rear - mirror of a vehicle Solar furnace Support your answer with reason

Optics

Give two uses of a convex mirror. Explain why you would choose convex mirror for these uses.

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