Question

differentiate between:Shadows and Image​

Answer 1

Answer:

SHADOW AND IMAGE

Explanation:

Shadow :

1. Shadow is formed by obstruction of light of an object  

2. Shadow is a region of the absence of light rays.

3. Shadow provides only a rough outline of an object as the shadow is only a dark patch formed on a surface.

4. Shadow can be seen only on the surface seen on a screen.

5. Size of the shadow can be changed by changing the position of the object & source of light.  

Image :

1.  Image is a true reflection of an object  

2.  Image is formed by light rays.

3. Image of an object provides all the details of the object like shape and colors.        

4. Image formed by a plane mirror cannot be seen on a screen.

5. Size of image in a plane mirror is always the same as that of the object.