Question

Which of the following is not a valid difference between Real and Virtual image ?

• A. A real image can be caught on a screen whereas a virtual image cannot be caught on a screen
• B. A real image is formed by the actual intersection of light rays whereas a virtual image is formed by the imaginary intersection of light rays.
• C. A real image is always erect whereas a virtual image is always inverted.
• D. A real image is formed when the rays of light after reflection or refraction actually meet at some point whereas a virtual image is formed when the rays of light after reflection or refraction appear to meet at a point.

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

A real image is always erect whereas a virtual image is always inverted.

1) A real image is always inverted whereas a virtual image is always erect.

2) A real image is formed when the rays of light after reflection or refraction actually meet at some point whereas a virtual image is formed when the rays of light after reflection or refraction appear to meet at a point.

3) Real images can be projected or seen on a screen. Virtual images cannot be seen or projected on a screen.