Convex Mirrors
The convex mirror has an outward curve.
Images Formed by Convex Mirrors
The
images formed by convex mirrors are similar to those formed by plane mirrors.
The mirrors on cars are convex.
Mirror Definitions
Centre of Curvature (C) – the centre of an imaginary sphere with the same. curvature as the mirror
Vertex (V) – geometric centre of the curved mirror surface.
Principal Axis (PA) – line passing through the vertex and the centre of curvature (similar to handle on an umbrella).
Focal Length (f) – the distance from the focal point (F) to the vertex.
Drawing Light Ray Diagrams for a Concave Mirror
Answer Key for the Convex Mirror practice:
