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An image that cannot be obtained on a screen is called a/an_______.?
By BYJU'S Exam Prep
Updated on: September 25th, 2023
(A) Erect image
(B) Virtual image
(C) Real image
(D) Inverted image
An image that cannot be obtained on a screen is called a virtual image. There are two types of images, Real and virtual images. On a screen, real images can be created, but virtual ones are not possible.
Table of content
Properties Real vs virtual images
Properties of Real and virtual images are in the table below to understand better.
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Real Image |
Virtual Image |
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Real images are inverted |
Virtual images are erect |
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On the screen, real visuals are created. |
On the lens or the mirror itself, there appear to be virtual images. |
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A concave mirror creates actual images. |
Plane, convex mirror, and concave lens form a virtual image |
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Real images are created by convex lenses. |
Concave lenses form a virtual image |
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Real images are created when light rays actually cross. |
The fictitious junction of light beams produces virtual pictures. |
Summary:
An image that cannot be obtained on a screen is called a/an_____? (A) Erect image (B) Virtual image (C) Real image (D) Inverted image
The fictitious junction of light beams produces virtual pictures.
