What is a virtual image? Give one situation where a virtual image is formed.

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Virtual image:
A virtual image is one that cannot be obtained on a screen.
When reflected rays appear to collide, a virtual image is formed.
Virtual images are always formed by plane mirrors, convex mirrors, and concave lenses.
The diagram of the formation of the virtual image is given below:

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