Computer Applications
Answer
The difference between a real and a virtual image are as follows —
| Real image | Virtual image |
|---|---|
| A real image is formed due to actual intersection of the reflected rays. | A virtual image is formed when the reflected rays appear to meet when produced backwards. |
| A real image can be obtained on a screen. | A virtual image cannot be obtained on a screen. |
| A real image is inverted with respect to the object | A virtual image image is erect with respect to the object. |
| Example — The image of a distant object formed by a concave mirror. | Example — The image of an object formed by a plane mirror or by a convex mirror. |
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