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1 markMCQSection A

Mirror 'X' is used to concentrate sunlight in solar furnace and Mirror 'Y' is fitted on the side of the vehicle to see the traffic behind the driver. Which of the following statements are true for the two mirrors ? (i) The image formed by mirror 'X' is real, diminished and at its focus. (ii) The image formed by mirror 'Y' is virtual, diminished and erect. (iii) The image formed by mirror 'X' is virtual, diminished and erect. (iv) The image formed by mirror 'Y' is real, diminished and at its focus.

Light — Reflection and Refraction
Spherical Mirrors

Options

(A)(i) and (ii)
(B)(ii) and (iii)
(C)(iii) and (iv)
(D)(i) and (iv)
Official Answer

Mirror 'X' is a concave mirror and Mirror 'Y' is a convex mirror. The image formed by mirror 'X' is real, diminished and at its focus. The image formed by mirror 'Y' is virtual, diminished and erect.

Analysis & Explanation

Mirror 'X' is a concave mirror and Mirror 'Y' is a convex mirror. The image formed by mirror 'X' is real, diminished and at its focus. The image formed by mirror 'Y' is virtual, diminished and erect.

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This question is from the chapter "Light — Reflection and Refraction" in the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus.

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This question covers the topic "Spherical Mirrors" from CBSE Class 10 Science.

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