Reflection of Light: Mirrors
Students will study the laws of reflection and image formation by plane and spherical mirrors.
Key Questions
- Predict the characteristics of an image formed by a concave mirror when an object is placed at different positions.
- Compare real and virtual images, providing examples for each.
- Design an experiment to determine the focal length of a concave mirror.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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