Uses of concace and convex mirror
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Uses of concave mirrors. Concave mirrors are used in reflecting telescopes. They are also usedto provide a magnified image of the face for applying make-up or shaving. Also, it is used as a torch.
One of the most common uses for the convex mirror is the passenger-side mirror on your car. These convex mirrors are used for cars because they give an upright image and provide a wider field of view as they are curved outwards.
Use of concave mirrors:-(1) Concave mirrors are used by dentists to see an enlarged image of the tooth. (2) Concave mirrors are used as makeup or as shaving mirrors, to see an enlarged view of the face. (3)Concave mirrors are used by doctors ( ENT specialists) to focus light into ears ,throat etc . (4)Concave mirrors are used in reflector type telescopes.Use of convex mirrors:-(1)Convex mirrors are used as rear view mirrors in vehicles because convex mirrors increase the field of view. (2) Convex mirrors are used as streetlight reflectors as they spread light over the greater area