A<em><u> virtual image</u></em> cannot be projected and forms where light rays appear to originate.
<h3><u>Explanation</u>;</h3>
<em><u>A virtual image is an image that can not be formed on a screen. This type of an image is formed when the rays of light appear to meet at a point after reflection or refraction. Virtual images are always erect or upright.</u></em>
<em><u>A real image on the other hand, is an image that can be formed on a screen. Real image is formed when the rays of light meet at some point after reflection or refraction. Real images are always inverted.</u></em>