Law of Reflection
The law of reflection states that when a ray of light strikes a surface, the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection. This means that the angle at which the light hits the surface is equal to the angle at which it bounces off the surface.
Understanding the Law of Reflection
When light strikes a smooth surface, such as a mirror, it bounces off at an equal but opposite angle. The incident ray, the normal (a line perpendicular to the surface), and the reflected ray all lie in the same plane. This can be represented using the following diagram:
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Study Guide
- What is the law of reflection?
- What happens when light strikes a smooth surface?
- How can the law of reflection be represented?
The law of reflection states that the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection when a ray of light strikes a surface.
When light strikes a smooth surface, such as a mirror, it bounces off at an equal but opposite angle. The incident ray, the normal, and the reflected ray all lie in the same plane.
The law of reflection can be represented using a diagram that shows the incident ray, the normal, and the reflected ray.
Understanding the law of reflection is important in understanding how light behaves when it interacts with surfaces. It also forms the basis for understanding how images are formed in mirrors and other reflective surfaces.
Remember to practice applying the law of reflection to different scenarios to solidify your understanding.
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