Question

Distinguish between a concave mirror and a convex mirror.

Answer 1

Final answer -

Concave Mirror	Convex Mirror
The reflection occurs at the bent-in part of the mirror.	The reflection occurs at the bulged-out part of the mirror.
After reflection, parallel light rays falling on the mirror converge at a point in front of the mirror.	After reflection, the parallel light rays falling on the mirror diverge from a point behind the mirror.
Also known as converging mirror.	Also known as a diverging mirror.
The focal length of this mirror is negative.	The focal length of this mirror is positive.
It has a real focus.	It has a virtual focus.
The nature of the image formed can be real or virtual.	The nature of the image formed is always virtual.
They are used in reflecting telescopes, torch lights, shaving mirrors, etc.	They are used in vehicles.