Science Assessment - Light and Mirrors

A reflective surface is a surface that reflect light.

• True

• False

Which of these is NOT a reflective surface?

• Mirror

• Water

• Wood

• Glass

In a flat mirror the image is __________.

• exactly the same as the object

• reversed

• up side down

In curved mirrors the image looks exactly the same as the object.

• True

• False

What type or mirror is this?

• Convex

• Concave

What type of mirror is this?

• Convex

• Concave

Concave mirrors give an upright image and provide a wider view as they are curved outwards.

• True

• False

Concave mirrors are used as make-up mirrors, cosmetic mirrors, dentists' mirrors and in telescopes.

• True

• False

What type of mirror is commonly used in security applications to provide a wider field of view?

• Concave

• Convex

One of the most common uses for the convex mirror is the passenger-side mirror on your car.

• True

• False