2.1 Images Formed by Plane Mirrors
Locating the virtual image that sits as far behind a flat surface as the object stands in front, and telling real images from virtual ones.
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4 exercises
2.1 Exercise 1
What are the differences between real and virtual images? How can you tell (by looking) whether an image formed by a single lens or mirror is real or virtual?
2.1 Exercise 3
Can you photograph a virtual image?
2.1 Exercise 5
Is it necessary to project a real image onto a screen to see it?
2.1 Exercise 7
If you wish to see your entire body in a flat mirror (from head to toe), how tall should the mirror be? Does its size depend upon your distance away from the mirror? Provide a sketch.
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