Question

A virtual image larger than the object can be produced by ____ .

• A. Convex Mirror
• B. Concave Lens
• C. Concave Mirror
• D. Plane Mirror

Hint:

In problems involving mirrors, remember that the type of image formed (real or virtual, magnified or diminished) depends on the object's distance from the mirror.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

A concave mirror can produce a virtual image larger than the object when the object is placed between the mirror's focal point and the mirror itself.
This results in an enlarged virtual image.

Thus, the correct answer is Concave Mirror.

Answer 2

A virtual image is one that cannot be projected on a screen because the light rays do not actually converge but appear to diverge from a point.

Concave Mirror and Virtual Images:
A concave mirror can produce a virtual, erect, and magnified image when the object is placed between the focal point (F) and the mirror.
In this position, the reflected rays appear to diverge from a point behind the mirror, forming a virtual image.

Why Concave Mirror?
- When the object is within the focal length, the image formed is virtual and larger than the object.
- Convex mirrors always produce virtual, erect, and diminished images.
- Plane mirrors produce virtual images of the same size.

Summary:
- Virtual images larger than the object are produced by concave mirrors when the object is placed between the mirror and its focal point.
- This property is utilized in applications like shaving mirrors and makeup mirrors for magnified views.