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

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An image that cannot be obtained on a screen is called a virtual image. A virtual image is formed when the reflected rays of light appear to meet when traced backwards.

Images formed by a plane mirror are always virtual in nature.

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