Convex Mirrors
Convex Mirrors: Overview
The topic details the rules to obtain an image formed by a convex mirror. We learn the formation of images when an object is placed at different positions in front of a convex mirror. A case study is explained where the object is placed at infinity.
Important Questions on Convex Mirrors
Draw the ray diagrams for an object placed at different positions in front of a convex mirror.
Convex mirror always produces a virtual, erect and diminished image.
A ray of light directed towards the centre of curvature of convex mirror, after reflection from the mirror, _____. (passes through focus / retraces its own path)
A ray of light passing through the centre of curvature of a concave mirror after reflection from a concave mirror _____. (passes through focus / traces its own path)
A ray of light parallel to the principal axis after reflection from a convex mirror appears to be coming from its principal _____.
If the image formed by a spherical mirror for all positions of the object placed in front of it is always erect and diminished, what type of mirror is it? Draw a labelled ray diagram to support your answer.
