SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

PHYSICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Mirrors that curve inwards are called
A
Convex
B
Concave
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A concave mirror has a reflecting surface that curves inward (away from the incident light). Concave mirrors reflect light inward to one focal point. They are used to converge light.

Detailed explanation-2: -An object placed closer to the concave mirror than the focal point always produces an upright, enlarged, and virtual image. An object placed beyond the focal point always produces an inverted, real image. A mirror that curves outward is referred to as a convex mirror.

Detailed explanation-3: -Concave mirrors, also known as collection mirrors, have a concave inward reflecting surface (away from the incident light). Curved mirrors reflect light inward toward a single focal point. They are used to focus the light.

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