Question 8
Give one use each of a concave and a convex mirror.

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Solution

Concave mirror:

A concave mirror forms virtual, erect and enlarged images.

They are used by dentists to see enlarged images of patient’s teeth so that it becomes easier to locate the defect in the tooth.

Convex mirror:

The convex mirror forms a virtual, erect and diminished image.

They are used as rear view mirrors in vehicles to see the traffic coming from behind.

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You are provided with a concave mirror, a convex mirror, a concave lens and a convex lens. To obtain an enlarged image of an object you can use either

(a) concave mirror or convex mirror.

(b) concave mirror or convex lens.

(d) concave lens or convex lens.

Which of the following can be used to form a real image?

(a) Concave mirror only

(b) Plane mirror only.

(d) Both concave and convex mirrors.

Question 7

You are provided with a convex mirror, a concave mirror, a convex lens and a concave lens. You can get an inverted image from

(a) both concave lens and convex lens.

(b) both concave mirror and convex mirror.

(d) Both convex mirror and concave lens.

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Question 8 Give one use each of a concave and a convex mirror.

Question 8
Give one use each of a concave and a convex mirror.