Question 8 — Write your name on - Questions at the end of the chapter - Chapter 11 Class 7 - Light: Shadows and Reflections (Curiosity)

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Q 8
Question

Write your name on a piece of paper and hold it in front of a plane mirror such that the paper is parallel to the mirror. Sketch the image. What difference do you notice? Explain the reason for the difference.

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Answer
The name appears reversed from left to right in the mirror.

Explanation

  • A plane mirror image shows lateral inversion.
  • Left and right are swapped in the image.
  • So the letters of the name look reversed.
  • This left-right swap is the difference you notice.
The name looks reversed because of lateral inversion.
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