Explanation
The phenomenon of rebounding and change in direction of light when it strikes the surface of a mirror is called ____________.
$$\textbf{Correct option: Option (A).}$$
$$\textbf{Explanation:}$$
$$\bullet$$A virtual image is formed when light rays appear to meet after reflection or refraction and thus it cannot be captured on screen.
$$\textbf{Thus, option (A) is correct.}$$
$$\textbf{Correct option: Option (B).}$$
$$\bullet$$A real image is the image formed when the rays of light actually intersect after reflection or refraction. Thus, it can be captured on a screen.
$$\textbf{Thus, option (B) is correct.}$$
Convex mirrors are used as rear-view mirrors in motor vehicles because they form virtual and erect images which are much smaller than the objects irrespective of the distances of the object. The convex mirror helps the driver to view large areas of the traffic behind him and he can easily detect the vehicle coming or running behind him.
Please disable the adBlock and continue. Thank you.