Convex mirrors are curved mirrors that reflect light outwards, forming virtual images that are smaller than the objects they reflect, commonly used as rear-view mirrors, security mirrors, and in telescopes. In contrast, concave mirrors reflect light inward, allowing them to focus light and magnify images, making them ideal for use in headlights, dental mirrors, and solar furnaces. Both types of mirrors serve various applications, enhancing safety, visibility, and functionality in different contexts.

2. Convex Mirror ❶

3. Convex Mirror ❷

4. Convex Mirror
 Convex Mirror is a curved mirror where the reflective surface bulges out toward the
light source.
 This bulging-out surface reflects light outwards and is not used to focus
light. These mirrors form a virtual image as the focal point (F), and the
center of curvature (2F) are imaginary points in the mirror that cannot be reached.
 This results in the formation of images that cannot be projected on a screen as the
image is inside the mirror. The image looks smaller than the object from a distance
but gets larger as the object gets closer to the mirror.
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5. Images of Convex Mirror : ❹

6.  Uses Of Convex Mirror:
 Mirrors on vehicles as rear-view mirrors.
 Used in magnification glass.
 As security mirrors.
 Street light reflectors.
 Convex mirrors are used in a telescope.
 The development of a sunglass lens uses
convex mirrors.
 Uses Of Concave Mirror:
 Solar furnaces.
 Headlights.
 Astronomical telescopes.
 Shaving mirrors.
 Head mirrors.
 Ophthalmoscope.
 Dental mirrors
 Satellite dishes
Spherical Mirrors are two types Convex and Concave Mirrors.
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Uses of a Spherical Mirror :

7. Uses of a Concave Mirror : ❻
Concave mirrors reflect light from the dented inwards
reflecting surface. As a result, they’re frequently used to focus
light. A concave mirror will produce several image types
depending on the distance between the mirror and the object.
Vehicle Headlights, Sidelights, Torchlights:-
 Concave mirrors are used in headlights, torchlights and
sidelights
 Purpose-the bulb of a headlight or a torch is placed at the
focus of a concave mirror. The light rays coming form the
bulb, emerge out as parallel rays after getting reflected at
the concave mirror.
 Benefits- to produce a parallel beam of light covering
a longer distance

8. Uses of Concave Mirror: ❼
Dental Mirrors
 Concave Mirrors are used in dental mirrors
 Purpose- to provide a perfect view for oral cavity for better
diagnosis
 Benefit- the concave mirrors allow dentists to magnify and
thus more precisely observe the interior of the oral cavity.
Solar Furnaces
 Concave Mirrors are used in Solar Furnaces
 Purpose- Sunlight can be absorbed by concave mirrors and
focused at the focal point. the solar furnace generates heat
from the absorbed light
 Benefit- can be used for the applications including cooking,
electricity and heating.

9.  The term diverging mirror is based on its behavior of making rays
diverge upon reflection. The convex mirror always forms a virtual
image of the object, and the image formed by the convex mirror
is smaller than the size of the actual object. Therefore, the most
common convex mirror used are in place where bigger objects are
to be viewed in a smaller size.
 Vehicle Side-view Mirrors:
 Convex mirrors are widely used as side –view mirrors in vehicles.
 Purpose: To provide a wider field of view ,reducing blind spots
and enhancing driver safety .
 Benefit: Drivers can see more of the area behind and to the side
of the vehicle , which is crucial for safe lane changes and reversing
Uses of a Convex Mirror : ❽

10.  Road safety mirrors
 Placed at sharp curves , intersections , and other critical points on roads .
 Purpose: To help drivers see oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
 Benefit: reduces the risk of accident by providing a wider view of the road
 Parking Assistance:
 Used in parking lots and garages to assist drivers .
 Purpose: To help drivers navigate tight spaces and to avoid collisions .
 Benefit: Make parking easier and safer by providing better view of
surroundings.
 Safety and surveillance:
 Convex mirrors are commonly installed in stores, shopping malls, and
warehouses.
 Purpose: To monitor large areas for security purposes.
 Benefit: They help security personnel to observe a broader area from a
single point, deterring theft and enhancing the safety.
Uses of a Convex Mirror : ❾