Question

Describe with a suitable diagram, how a convex mirror diverges a parallel beam of light rays. Mark clearly the pole, focus and centre of curvature of convex mirror in this diagram.

Answer 1

All the light rays which are parallel to the principal axis of a convex mirror appear to diverge from the principal focus (F) after reflection from the mirror. Since a convex mirror diverges a parallel beam of light rays, it is also called a diverging mirror.