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Questions
State one practical use of a concave mirror.
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Solution
- Concave mirrors are used in reflecting microscopes.
- Concave mirrors are used in shaving.
- Concave mirrors are used in makeup glasses.
- Concave mirrors are used in an ophthalmoscope.
Notes
Students should refer to the answer according to their questions.
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