Fill in the blanks. (a) An image that cannot be obtained on a screen is called a ____________. (b) Image formed by a convex __________ is always virtual and smaller in size. (c) An image formed by a __________ mirror is always of the same size as that of the object. (d) An image which can be obtained on a screen is called a _________ image. (e) An image formed by a concave ___________ cannot be obtained on a screen.
ScienceClass 7CBSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
Solution:
(a) An image that cannot be obtained on a screen is called a virtual image.
(b) Image formed by a convex mirror is always virtual and smaller in size.
(c) An image formed by a plane mirror is always of the same size as that of the object.
(d) An image which can be obtained on a screen is called a real image.
(e) An image formed by a concave lens cannot be obtained on a screen.
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