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PHY 104 Reflection and Refraction of Light Objective Question
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According to the text, what is the key characteristic of a virtual image formed by a plane mirror?
Options
A The light rays physically pass through the image.
B The image is always inverted relative to the object.
C The distance of the image from the mirror is equal to the distance of the object from the mirror, and light does not go through it.
Correct Answer
D It can be projected onto a screen.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 14 states, 'This is called a virtual image, as the light does not go through it. The distance of the image from the mirror is equal to the distance of the object from the mirror.'

Hint

Think about whether light actually converges at the location of a virtual image.

Question Info

Course: PHY 104
Topic: Reflection and Refraction of Light
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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