Real image
Top: The formation of a real image using a convex lens. Bottom: The formation of a real image using a concave mirror. In both diagrams, f is the focal point, O is the object and I is the image. Solid blue lines indicate light rays. It can be seen that the image is formed by actual light rays and thus can form a visible image on a screen placed at the position of the image.
Real image is a term used in optics and physics. It is a representation of an actual object (source) formed by rays of light passing through the image. If a screen is placed in the plane of a real image it will generally become visible.
Real images can be produced by concave mirrors and converging lenses.
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Categories: Optics