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Science (086) — CBSE Class 10 board question

Q1. [1] § 9.1 REFLECTION OF LIGHT § 9.2.2 Representation of Images Formed by Spherical Mirrors Using Ray Diagrams § 9.3.5 Image Formation in Lenses Using Ray Diagrams
In order to obtain large images of the teeth of patients, the dentist holds the concave mirror in such a manner that the teeth are positioned
  1. A at the focus of mirror.
  2. B between pole and focus of the mirror.
  3. C between focus and centre of curvature of the mirror.
  4. D at the centre of curvature of the mirror.
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Model Answer

Answer: B — Between pole and focus of the mirror.

When the teeth are placed between the pole and focus of a concave mirror, the image formed is virtual, erect, and enlarged, allowing the dentist to see a magnified image of the teeth.

Explanation

From Table 9.1 (Chapter 9): when an object is placed between P and F of a concave mirror, the image is virtual, erect, and enlarged. This is the only position that gives a magnified image — which is why dentists use concave mirrors held close to the teeth. At focus (A), no image forms; between F and C (C), image is real and inverted; at C (D), image is same size. Examiners expect you to recall the table directly.

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