Question

What type of image is formed by mirage or looming?

1. Erect
2. Real
3. Virtual
4. Inverted

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Virtual

• A virtual image is formed by a mirage or looming.
• A virtual image is one which cannot be projected on a screen. For example plane mirror, convex mirror and concave lens.
•  A virtual image is one on the opposite side of the lens or mirror.
•  It is always erect.

Terms	Description
Erect Images	It is an image in which directions are the same as those in the object, in contrast to an inverted image. For example- rays of light.
Real Images	A real image is one which can be formed on a screen. It is always inverted. For example- Cinema screen
Inverted Images	It is an image that is upside down when compared to the object. For example- Camera.