What is the difference between a rearview mirror and a side mirror?
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The differences between a rearview mirror and a side mirror are: Rearview mirror: The rearview mirror is located on the left and right doors of the driver's seat and is mainly used for reversing. It is one of the important safety components of a motor vehicle, helping drivers observe the road conditions behind the car during reversing and the surroundings of the vehicle while driving. Currently, domestic vehicle rearview mirrors generally use silver and aluminum as reflective materials, with some using chromium. Abroad, chromium mirrors have largely replaced silver and aluminum mirrors for vehicle rearview mirrors. Side mirror: The side mirror is the mirror located on the front windshield, primarily used for lane changes. It is a tool that allows the driver to directly obtain information about the rear, side, and lower parts of the car while seated in the driver's seat. For the convenience of the driver and to prevent traffic accidents and ensure personal safety, all countries mandate the installation of side mirrors on vehicles, and all side mirrors must be adjustable. There are two main types of side mirror surfaces: One is a flat mirror: with an infinite radius of curvature R. The other is a convex mirror: its surface is spherical, with varying radii of curvature. The method for using the rearview mirror is: When the driver is in the normal driving position, the horizon should be at the midpoint of the rearview mirror's height; the two side mirrors should ensure that the body of the car occupies no more than a quarter of the mirror's surface area. The rearview mirror is located on the left and right sides of the car's front and is an important safety component. Its function is to allow the driver to indirectly see the rear, side, and lower parts of the car, expanding the driver's field of vision. Precautions for using the rearview mirror include: Adjusting the rearview mirror follows certain rules and should not rely solely on feeling; the coverage of the rearview mirror is limited, so extra caution should be taken with blind spots; the reflectivity of the rearview mirror differs between day and night, and adjustments should be made accordingly. Methods for waterproofing the car's rearview mirror on rainy days include: Applying a rainproof film to the rearview mirror; installing a rain visor on the rearview mirror; equipping the rearview mirror with a heating function; applying a water repellent; or applying soap or candle wax.
