What’s a concave mirror?

Concave mirrors collect light and create a reflection larger than the focal point, making them useful in automobile headlights, projectors, dentistry, and home use. They are also used in solar heating devices for efficient energy collection. Sometimes referred to as a converging mirror, the concave mirror is made with a surface that folds inward. Since […]

Convex vs. concave: what’s the difference?

Convex and concave are two types of curvatures that never refer to the same type of curve. Convex curves extend outward, while concave curves extend inward. Both types are used in various objects for different purposes, such as soft contact lenses and hollow pottery. Sometimes, a combination of convex and concave angles is used to […]

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