Image Formation by Spherical Mirrors

 
6.6  Image Formation by Spherical Mirrors
 

Field of vision

  • Plane mirror - narrow
  • Concave mirror - very narrow
  • Convex mirror - wide
 
Concave mirror Convex mirror
  • C - Centre of curvature 
  • r - Radius of curvature
  • F - Focal point
  • f - Focal length
  • u - Object distance
  • v - Image distance
 

Applications of Concave Mirrors in Daily Life:

  • Cosmetic mirror
  • Dental mirror
  • Reflector in car headlight
 

Applications of Convex Mirrors in Daily Life:

  • Blind spot mirror
  • Security mirror in buildings
  • Vehicle rear mirror
 

 Image Formation by Spherical Mirrors

 
6.6  Image Formation by Spherical Mirrors
 

Field of vision

  • Plane mirror - narrow
  • Concave mirror - very narrow
  • Convex mirror - wide
 
Concave mirror Convex mirror
  • C - Centre of curvature 
  • r - Radius of curvature
  • F - Focal point
  • f - Focal length
  • u - Object distance
  • v - Image distance
 

Applications of Concave Mirrors in Daily Life:

  • Cosmetic mirror
  • Dental mirror
  • Reflector in car headlight
 

Applications of Convex Mirrors in Daily Life:

  • Blind spot mirror
  • Security mirror in buildings
  • Vehicle rear mirror