Question

State three characteristics of an image formed by a mirror?

Answer 1

1. A mirror is a flat piece of glass that has been silvered on one side.
2. The glass makes the surface of the mirror smooth while the shiny layer of silver reflects most of the light that falls on it.
3. Reflection of an object in the mirror is known as the image of the object or the mirror image.
4. Image Formed by a Plane Mirror is always formed behind the mirror.
5. It is as far behind the mirror as the object is in front of it.
6. It is erect or the same side up as the object.
7. It is of the same size as the object.