Lens and mirrors quick check answers
1. How do lenses and mirrors differ in their ability to bend light rays?
Lenses bend light rays through refraction, while mirrors reflect light rays through reflection.
2. How does the focal length of a lens compare to the focal length of a mirror?
The focal length of a lens is measured from the center of the lens to the focal point, while the focal length of a mirror is measured from the mirror to the focal point.
3. How are concave lenses and concave mirrors similar?
Both concave lenses and concave mirrors have a curved surface that causes light to converge at a focal point.
4. How do convex lenses and concave mirrors differ in their ability to focus light?
Convex lenses converge light rays to a focal point, while concave mirrors diverge light rays away from a focal point.
5. Can lenses and mirrors be used to create images?
Yes, lenses and mirrors can both be used to create images through the bending or reflection of light rays.