University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321973615
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Chapter 34 - Geometric Optics - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 1151: Q34.20

Answer

No, but there are other techniques.

Work Step by Step

No light rays physically pass through or converge at the location of a virtual image, so a light-sensitive medium such as film cannot directly record an image when placed there. However, the light rays that emerge from the image location can be collected by a converging lens and brought to a focus upon a piece of film or a sensor. That is, a camera can take a picture of the virtual image, and you can see the virtual image with your eye.
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