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Shadows are

A

virtual

B

real

C

llusion

D

permanent

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Shadows**: Shadows are formed when an object blocks light from a light source. This creates an area where the light cannot reach, resulting in a dark shape on a surface. 2. **Types of Images**: There are two main types of images: real and virtual. A real image can be projected onto a screen, while a virtual image cannot be projected and can only be seen by looking through a lens or mirror. 3. **Demonstration with a Light Source**: To demonstrate that shadows are real, we can set up an experiment. Take a light source, such as a torch, and point it towards an object placed on a table. ...
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  • The Substance and the Shadow’ is the autobiography of ______.

    A
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    B
    Dev Anand
    C
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    D
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    B
    Dev Anand
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    Britain
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    USA
    C
    France
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