Concave mirror

 Concave mirrors


A concave mirror is a type of mirror that curves inward, like a bowl. It's also known as a converging mirror because it converges light rays that hit it.


Properties:


1. Converges light rays: Concave mirrors focus light rays to a single point, called the focal point.

2. Forms real images: Concave mirrors can form real images that can be projected onto a screen.

3. Magnifies objects: Concave mirrors can magnify objects when they are placed within the focal length.


Applications:


1. Telescopes: Concave mirrors are used in telescopes to collect and focus light from distant objects.

2. Optical instruments: Concave mirrors are used in optical instruments, such as spectrometers and interferometers.

3. Solar concentrators: Concave mirrors are used to concentrate sunlight onto a small area, increasing the temperature.

4. Shaving mirrors: Concave mirrors are sometimes used as shaving mirrors to provide a magnified view of the face.


How concave mirrors work:


When light rays hit a concave mirror, they are reflected and converge to a single point, the focal point. The distance between the mirror and the focal point is called the focal length.

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