Question

Which of the following is a true statement about virtual images? O You cannot see a virtual image. A virtual image must be larger than the object A virtual image is formed at the position from which the rays appear to have originated A virtual image must be upside down

Answer 1

A virtual image is formed at the position from which the rays appear to have originated

Step-by-step explanation:

When using lenses or mirrors to produce the image of an object, two types of images can be produced:

- Real image: a real image is produced when the rays of light actually converge to a point - in this case, the image can be projected on a screen. For a lens, a real image is located on the opposite side of the lens relative to the object, while for a mirror, a real image lies on the same side of the object with respect to the mirror

- Virtual image: a virtual image is formed at the position from which the rays appear to have originated. Because of that, a virtual image cannot physically be projected on a screen. For a mirror, a virtual image is located on the opposite side of the mirror relative to the object, while for a lens, a virtual image lies on the same side of the object with respect to the lens.