What are the characteristics of the different types of mirrors?

Mirrors can be classified into three main types: plane, concave, and convex. Plane mirrors have a flat surface, producing an upright image that is the same size as the object. Concave mirrors curve inward, focusing light and creating magnified images, making them useful in applications like shaving mirrors or telescopes. Convex mirrors curve outward, producing smaller, upright images that provide a wider field of view, commonly used in vehicle side mirrors for safety.