Quick Answer: The Convex Mirror is a convex spherical mirror that spreads reflected rays and forms upright, diminished, virtual images, used to teach diverging reflection and wide field of view.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Outward-curved reflecting surface
Reflected rays diverge from a virtual focus behind the mirror
Forms virtual, upright and diminished images
Explains the wide field of view of vehicle and safety mirrors
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Narrow or parallel rays are directed at the mirror and students trace the reflected rays, extending them backwards to locate the virtual focus. Looking at an object in the mirror confirms that the image is upright and diminished, and the results are compared with the standard ray diagram. It suits practical lessons on spherical mirrors, ray diagrams and everyday uses of curved mirrors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Why are convex mirrors used on vehicles? They give a wider field of view, which is why they are used as vehicle, corridor and safety mirrors.
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