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प्रश्न
Distinguish between real and virtual image.
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उत्तर
Real image:
- Can be taken on the screen.
- It is inverted.
- It is formed when light rays after reflection (or refraction) actually meet.
Virtual image:
- Cannot be taken on-screen.
- It is erect.
- It is formed when rays of light after reflection (or refraction) appear to meet.
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A real image is inverted and can be caught on the screen.
