Differentiate between real and virtual images.

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Difference between real and virtual images:
Real image Virtual image

1. Real image is formed when light rays from an object, after reflection, actually meet at one point. 1. Virtual image is formed when light rays from an object, after reflection, appear to meet at one point.
2. Real image can be obtained on the screen. 2. Virtual image cannot be obtained on a screen.
3. Real image is an inverted image. 3. Virtual image is an erect image.

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Real image	Virtual image

1. Real image is formed when light rays from an object, after reflection, actually meet at one point.	1. Virtual image is formed when light rays from an object, after reflection, appear to meet at one point.
2. Real image can be obtained on the screen.	2. Virtual image cannot be obtained on a screen.
3. Real image is an inverted image.	3. Virtual image is an erect image.