Understanding Convex and Concave Mirrors
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What type of image is formed by a convex mirror?

The image formed by a convex mirror is always upright and smaller.

How does a concave mirror reflect light?

A concave mirror reflects light inward.

What type of image does a concave mirror form, and why is it called so?

A concave mirror forms a real image, and it is called so because it is formed in the real world.

Under what conditions does an object appear upright and magnified in a concave mirror?

<p>When the object is within the focal point of the mirror, it appears upright and magnified.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What problem do reflecting telescopes using concave mirrors solve that lenses have?

<p>Reflecting telescopes using concave mirrors solve the problem of chromatic aberration, which occurs in lenses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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