Question

Which type of mirror is used by dentists to see large images of patients' teeth?
1. Convex mirror
2. Spherical and Convex mirror
3. Concave mirror
4. Spherical mirror

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Concave mirror

The correct answer is Concave mirror.

• A concave mirror is used by dentists to see large images of patients' teeth.
• A concave mirror magnifies the dentist's view of the mouth while also refracting some light.
• A concave mirror forms a virtual or real image depending on the position of the object.
• It is also used by dentists and ENT doctors.
• The concave mirror is used in the solar cooker.
• To create powerful parallel beams of light, concave mirrors are often used in torches, searchlights, and vehicle headlights.

• A convex mirror is used as a rearview mirror in vehicles.
• The spherical mirror is the most frequent type of curved mirror.
  • The reflecting surface of spherical mirrors can be considered to form a part of the surface of a sphere.