An object is placed between infinity and the pole (P) of a convex mirror. The position of the image is

The correct answer is option 1.

CONCEPT:

• Convex mirror: If the outer surface of the spherical mirror is the reflecting surface then it is called a convex mirror. It is also called the diverging mirror.
  • The nature of the image formed by a convex mirror does not depend on the distance of the object from the mirror. These images are always virtual, smaller than the object, and situated behind the mirror.
• Concave mirror: If the inner surface of the spherical mirror is the reflecting surface, then it is called a concave mirror. It is also called a focusing mirror/converging mirror.
  • The size of the image produced by these mirrors can be larger or smaller than the object, depending upon the distance of the object from the mirror.
  • The concave mirror can form both real as well as virtual images of any object.

EXPLANATION:

• The convex mirror always forms a virtual image that lies between the pole and the focus of the mirror. A virtual image is always erect.
• The convex mirror always forms an image that is smaller than the size of the object.
• When an object is placed in front of a convex mirror at a point between infinity and the pole of the mirror. The image formed is virtual, diminished, and erect.

​Additional Information

Nature, position, and relative size of the image formed by a convex mirror.