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Can rear view mirrors carry a warning that the objects in view are closer than they appear why do you think so?
The normal rear view mirror in most cars does not do this, as it is a plane mirror which shows things at their actual distance, but other rear view mirrors may. The wing mirrors of most vehicles are convex, which means they curve outwards. This type of mirror makes objects seem smaller and further away. The advantage of them is that they also give you a wider field of view, so you can see more of the road. It is important to be aware that distances are distorted, because you use the information from your mirrors to judge where other vehicles are, so that you can manoeuvre safely.
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What are the two types of curved mirror called?
they are called concave mirror ... mirrors whose center bulges out are called convex, and can reflect a wider view than a flat mirrored surface, but the objects are "larger than they appear", and also "closer than they appear." These are most often seen on right hand mirrors on vehicles, to help minimise blind spots. mirrors whose center is recessed are called concave (remember the term by thinking of a shallow cave.) Depending upon how close you are to the mirror's focal point, objects appear larger than they really are, or upside down. These are often seen in makeup mirrors so you get a clearer view of your face when shaving or applying makeup. Combinations of both convex and concave mirrors are seen in funhouses of amusement parks, to make the viewer look skinnier and taller, shorter and fatter, or even upside down.
Why do you often see the object are closer than they appear written on convex mirrors?
The mirror is slightly convexed to help eliminate the "blind" spot on the passenger's side. There is a plane mirror on the driver's side and a convex mirror on the passenger's side. The reason only the passenger mirror is convex is because you are farther away from it. The angular view provided by farther mirror of the same physical size produces a similarly smaller reflected field of view. The convex mirror provides a larger field of view- one that should be comparable to the closer drivers mirror.
What type of diagram shows how a convex lens refracts light?
You can look at this website: http://www.glenbrook.k12.il.us/gbssci/Phys/Class/refln/u13l4c.html. The images at the top of the page show the rays different positions on convex mirrors.
Why can the Moon appear as large as the Sun even though you know the Moon is much smaller than the Sun?
The Moon is much closer to Earth than the Sun is, therefore making the moon appear to be as large or larger than the sun when viewed from Earth.
Objects less than mm apart can be seen as distinct objects?
Yes objects less than a mm apart can be seen as distinct objects. The lowest limit for the human eye to see is 0.1mm. If objects are any closer they are seen as being one item.
Why car rear view mirrors carry a warning message objects in the rear view mirror are closer than they appear?
Car rear view mirrors carry a warning message that states objects in the rear view mirror are closer than they appear because this is true. When looking into a rear view mirror, distance is added to the rear view. The warning is there for protective measures.
Do convex mirrors make objects appear closer than they are?
why yes, yes they do.
Why are rear view mirrors in automobiles made of convex mirrors?
Convex mirror is curved outward so that it reflects a wider viewing area. The images reflected in convex mirror appear smaller and closer.Convex mirrors are generally labeled with safety warning "Objects in mirror are closer than they appear", to warn the driver to be cautious while driving.
Do convex mirrors make things look closer or farther away?
farther away, for example the rear view mirrors in your car have a print on them saying "objects in mirror are closer than they appear"
What is the advantage to having mirrors that say objects may appear closer than they seem?
On a mirrors that say "objects may appear closer than they seem" have a greater field of view then a conventional flat mirror. If you look at it very closly you will notice it is slightly convexed, much like a fisheye lens.
Do convex mirrors make you look fatter or thinner?
Convex mirrors make objects appear smaller and closer than they actually are. This distortion can make you appear slightly thinner when you look at your reflection in a convex mirror.
What is a word that means an object that makes distant objects appear nearer and larger?
The word you're looking for is "telescope." Telescopes use lenses or mirrors to magnify distant objects and make them appear closer and clearer for observation.
Why do objects in rearview mirrors appear closer than they are?
The mirror is convexed so it sees a larger area. If you see a larger area in the same size mirror then it is reasonable to understand that things are smaller which corresponds to further away. So, you must mentally realize that they are closer.
What do we use to make distant objects appear closer and larger?
If you use warm colors like Red, Orange it would make the objects appear closer than they are
Vehicles in your convex mirrors are?
Objects in the convex mirrors appear smaller and farther away than they actually are. This type of mirror provides a wider field of view, making it easier to see vehicles that are approaching from the side or behind you. However, it can distort the size and distance of objects, so it's important to use your side mirrors in conjunction with your rearview mirror for an accurate understanding of your surroundings.
What is an instrument that makes objects appear closer?
A magnifying glass is an instrument that makes objects appear closer by using a lens to magnify the image.
Why do passenger side mirrors say objects are closer that they appear?
The mirror designers in their infinite wisdom have decided that by curving the reflection a bit the mirror will give a slightly wider field of vision to the rear. You, the driver, being the intelligent person you are will be able to compensate for the slight error in depth and put the information gleaned from the wider field of vision to good use. It's a trade off. Truckers often put little curved round mirrors in the corner of their big flat mirror to accomplish the same end result.
