Question

E20E20: The word “virtual” refers to something that exists in effect but not in actual fact. How does this definition relate to the virtual image you see of yourself in a plane mirror?

Answer 1

The correct answer (sample response) is:

The image seems to be behind the mirror, but nothing is really there.

Include the following in your response:

The image appears to be behind the mirror.

If someone looks behind the mirror, there is no image there.

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Answer 2

Answer:

A plane mirror forms a virtual, erect, same size and laterally inverted image. Virtual means that the image is not real and cannot be obtained on screen. It means the rays appear to meet behind the mirror but when you will actually go behind, you will find nothing. A virtual image is always erect.

A real image is always inverted. It can be obtained on the screen. Rays actually meet at a point.