Understanding Parabolic Mirrors

What is a key characteristic of concave parabolic mirrors?

• They open out towards the objects.

• They are used in hallways for visibility.

• They focus light on the outside surface.

• They do not form any images.

How do convex parabolic mirrors differ from concave mirrors?

• They do not reflect light.

• They focus on the inside surface.

• They are not used in practical applications.

• They focus on the outside surface.

What happens to light rays that are parallel to the principal axis in a convex mirror?

• They reflect in a way that appears to come from the focus.

• They do not reflect at all.

• They pass through the mirror.

• They converge at a point.

What type of image is formed by a convex parabolic mirror?

• An inverted real image.

• A magnified virtual image.

• A virtual image that appears smaller.

• A real image that can be projected.

Why are convex mirrors useful in hallways?

• They create real images.

• They magnify the view.

• They reflect light from multiple directions.

• They absorb light.

Where might you commonly find convex mirrors used?

• In cameras.

• In microscopes.

• In telescopes.

• At the head of aisles in stores.