mirror formation

Types of Spherical Mirrors
1. Concave Mirror: A mirror that curves inward, like a cave. It converges light rays and can form real or virtual images.
2. Convex Mirror: A mirror that curves outward. It diverges light rays and can only form virtual images.
Image Formation in Spherical Mirrors
The process of image formation in spherical mirrors involves the reflection of light rays. Here's a step-by-step explanation:
1. Object Placement: An object is placed in front of the mirror.
2. Light Reflection: Light rays from the object reflect off the mirror.
3. Image Formation: The reflected light rays converge or diverge to form an image.
Concave Mirror Image Formation
1. Real Image: When the object is placed beyond the focal length (F), a real, inverted, and magnified image is formed.
2. Virtual Image: When the object is placed between the focal length (F) and the mirror, a virtual, upright, and magnified image is formed.
Convex Mirror Image Formation
1. Virtual Image: A virtual, upright, and diminished image is always formed, regardless of the object's distance from the mirror.