Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science practice

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Paper 4Theory (Extended)4 marks

Formation of images by plane mirrors in everyday life.

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When you look into a plane mirror, you see your reflection. This reflection is an optical image created by the mirror.

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Describe how an optical image is formed by a plane mirror and explain why this image is considered virtual.
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Paper 4Theory (Extended)3 marks

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Virtual images formed by plane mirrors have specific characteristics that distinguish them from real images.

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Explain the characteristics of virtual images formed by plane mirrors.
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