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Mirrors are traditionally made out of a sheet of glass with a reflective surface coating applied to the back side of the glass. The reflective coating may be made from various materials, commonly silver and aluminum.

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Do all mirrors have to be made of reflecting glass?

No, mirrors do not have to be made of glass to be reflective. Mirrors can also be made using other materials like metal or polished stone that have reflective properties.


Why are mirrors silver in color?

Mirrors are silver in color because they are made by coating the back of a glass surface with a thin layer of silver or aluminum. This reflective coating allows mirrors to reflect light and create clear images.


How are funny mirrors made?

Funny mirrors, also known as distorting mirrors, are made by manipulating the surface of the mirror to create a funhouse effect. This can be achieved by bending or curving the mirror surface in various ways to distort the reflection of the viewer. Different shapes and levels of distortion can be created based on the design of the mirror.


Is convex and concave mirrors also known as spherical mirrors?

Yes convex and concave mirrors are also known as spherical mirrors. If mercury coating is made on the convex side of the spherical then mirror is known as concave mirror. If mercury coating is made on the concave side the convex portion would reflect the light fallen so it is named as convex mirror. Actual just a small part of the sphere is taken out and this would act as the spherical mirror.


What are the differences between old and modern mirrors?

Old mirrors were typically made of polished metal or glass with a mercury backing, leading to potential toxicity concerns. Modern mirrors are usually made with a thin layer of aluminum or silver on the back of a glass panel, providing better reflection quality. Additionally, modern mirrors can be produced in various shapes and sizes using advanced manufacturing techniques.

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