Images formed by Convex Mirror using Ray Diagram

July 21, 2016 By Mrs Shilpi Nagpal 7 Comments

Question 1 Mention few applications of convex mirror?

Question 2 The image formed by a convex mirror is seen to be erect,virtual and diminished.What is the position of the object?

Images formed by convex mirror using ray diagram

(1) Object is between infinity and pole

Object is between infinity and pole

(a) Image is formed between pole and focus.

(b) It is erect,virtual,diminished.

(2) Object is at infinity

(a) Image is formed at focus,behind the mirror

(b) It is virtual,erect and diminished.

Application of convex mirror

(1) It is used in driver’s mirror or for rear view.

(2) It is used in street light.

(3) In big shopping stores.

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