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Range of Visibility and Uses of a Plane Mirror

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2 uses of plane mirror other than looking glass

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Plane mirrors are used in kaleidoscopes, microscopes, periscopes, SLR cameras, overhead projectors, car wing mirrors, looking mirrors, wall mirrors and dressing mirrors among others.

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