Reflection of Light at Spherical Mirror

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Reflection of Light at Spherical Mirror: Overview

This topic covers concepts such as Reflection, Use of Convex Mirrors for Rear View, Spherical Mirrors, A Convex Mirror, A Concave Mirror, Pole of a Spherical Mirror, Centre of Curvature of Spherical Mirror, etc.

Important Questions on Reflection of Light at Spherical Mirror

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How the real image is inverted in the spherical mirror?

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Explain the relation between the radius of curvature and the focal length of concave mirror and convex mirror.

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The radius of curvature is equal to twice the focal length of concave mirror.

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The radius of curvature is equal to twice the focal length of convex mirror.

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The radius of curvature is equal to twice the focal length of convex mirror. Explain.

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The radius of curvature is equal to twice the focal length of concave mirror. Explain.

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A ray diagram is a diagram that traces the path that light takes in order for a person to view a point on the image of an object.

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What are the various components of a ray diagram?

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The direction should be considered while drawing a ray diagram.

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What are the importance of direction in a ray diagram?

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What does ray diagram means?

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Write a short note on curved mirrors.

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Where will the image form when we place an object, on the principal axis of a concave mirror at a point between focus and centre of curvature?

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Name the point where all the incident rays coming parallel to the principal axis meet after reflection from a concave mirror.
(Center of curvature/ focus).

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A concave mirror is used as a magnifying glass.

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Which type of mirror is used in the street lights used to illuminate roads?

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A convex mirror always forms an erect, _____, and diminished image of the objects that are placed in front of it.

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A convex mirror always forms an erect, virtual, and enlarged image of the objects that are placed in front of it.

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Which mirror is used as a rearview mirror in vehicles?

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In the headlight of a vehicle, the bulb is placed at the centre of curvature of the mirror used.