Give the characteristics of image formed by a plane mirror.
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| 15th May, 2015,
08:26: AM
Expert Answer:
Characteristics of image formed by a plane mirror are:
- The image formed in a plane mirror is virtual (or unreal). It cannot be obtained on a screen.
- The image formed in a plane mirror is at the same distance behind the mirror as the object is in front of it.
- The image in a plane mirror is of the same size as the object. It is neither enlarged nor diminished.
- The image in a plane mirror is erect. It is the same side up as the object.
- The image in a plane mirror is laterally inverted (sideways reversed) with respect to the object.
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10:26: AM
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