Q523
The type of mirrors used in the headlamp of cars is
A.
Parabolic concave
AnswerB.
Plane
C.
Spherical convex
D.
Cylindrical concave
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
A concave mirror is used in the headlight of a car. The reason being that a concave mirror is a converging mirror as opposed to a convex mirror which is a diverging mirror. In headlights the bulb is kept at the focus of the mirror.