Write any seven differences between concave and convex mirror.(in table)
Asked by gayatribki
| 12th Jan, 2016,
03:05: PM
Concave mirror
Convex mirror
A spherical mirror whose reflecting surface is curved inwards is called a concave mirror.
A spherical mirror whose reflecting surface is curved outwards is called a convex mirror.


A parallel beam of light falling on this mirror converges at a point after reflection.
A parallel beam of light falling on this mirror appears to diverge from a point after reflection.
It is also called a converging mirror.
It is also called a diverging mirror.
It has a real focus.
It has a virtual focus.
The magnification of a concave mirror can be greater, equal or less than 1.
The magnification of a convex mirror is always less than 1.
These mirrors are used as reflectors in projectors, light-house headlights, searchlights, etc.
These mirrors are used as rear-view mirrors in cars and motorcycles, as they enable the driver/rider to view the road and vehicles behind.
Concave mirror |
Convex mirror |
A spherical mirror whose reflecting surface is curved inwards is called a concave mirror. |
A spherical mirror whose reflecting surface is curved outwards is called a convex mirror. |
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A parallel beam of light falling on this mirror converges at a point after reflection. |
A parallel beam of light falling on this mirror appears to diverge from a point after reflection. |
It is also called a converging mirror. |
It is also called a diverging mirror. |
It has a real focus. |
It has a virtual focus. |
The magnification of a concave mirror can be greater, equal or less than 1. |
The magnification of a convex mirror is always less than 1. |
These mirrors are used as reflectors in projectors, light-house headlights, searchlights, etc. |
These mirrors are used as rear-view mirrors in cars and motorcycles, as they enable the driver/rider to view the road and vehicles behind. |
Answered by Faiza Lambe
| 12th Jan, 2016,
04:03: PM
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