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प्रश्न
Give two uses of convex mirror.
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उत्तर १
Two uses of convex mirror are:
(a) It is used as a rear view mirror in automobile to see the traffic behind.
(b) It is used as reflector for street light bulbs.
उत्तर २
Uses of the concave mirror:
(i) Concave mirrors are used in reflecting microscope
(ii) Concave mirrors are used in shaving and makeup glasses.
Uses of the convex mirror: Convex mirrors are used as a rearview mirror in automobiles as it provides a wider view of the following traffic.
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