The Use of Mirrors

8.1

The Use of Mirrors

Definition

A real image is an image that forms on a screen.

A virtual image is an image that cannot be formed on a screen

Usage of plane mirror, concave mirror and convex mirror:

Types of mirror	Usage
Plane mirror	Makes living room look spacious Helps a dancer to correct his movement
Concave mirror	Helps to magnify the image to make it easier for somene to apply make up Used by a dentist to see the patient's teeth
Convex mirror	Used a safety feature at dangerous comer of a road Help a shopkeeper to see every comer of the supermarket to prevent theft

8.1

The Use of Mirrors

Definition

A real image is an image that forms on a screen.

A virtual image is an image that cannot be formed on a screen

Usage of plane mirror, concave mirror and convex mirror:

Types of mirror	Usage
Plane mirror	Makes living room look spacious Helps a dancer to correct his movement
Concave mirror	Helps to magnify the image to make it easier for somene to apply make up Used by a dentist to see the patient's teeth
Convex mirror	Used a safety feature at dangerous comer of a road Help a shopkeeper to see every comer of the supermarket to prevent theft