Explain the difference between a real and a virtual image.

Real images are formed where two real rays cross, and they can be projected onto a screen. Whereas virtual images are seen where virtual rays intersect, they are imaginary and therefore cannot be projected onto a screen.

EW
Answered by Ellen W. Physics tutor

1936 Views

See similar Physics GCSE tutors

Related Physics GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Why does a wire get hot when current flows through it?


How does the red shift support the Big Bang theory?


For a vehicule with a constant acceleration (5 m/s^2) starting at rest, how long would it take to travel 1 km?


How to find wave speed from frequency and wave length.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2025 by IXL Learning