The Science of Mirrors

The law of reflection states that the angle at which light hits a surface is equal to the angle at which it bounces off the surface.

Diffuse reflection occurs when light rays bounce off a surface in multiple random directions.

A mirror creates an image because the smooth surface allows parallel rays of light to bounce off and follow the law of reflection, resulting in the formation of an image.

<p>The image appears to be behind the mirror.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A ray tracing diagram shows symmetrical reflections because each ray of light follows the law of reflection when bouncing off a mirror.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A mirror is a reflective surface that shows a clear image.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mirrors are super smooth compared to regular surfaces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When light hits a surface that is not smooth, it can bounce off in unpredictable ways.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ray tracing is a method used to illustrate the path of light as a straight line.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When light hits a mirror, it reflects in predictable ways.</p> Signup and view all the answers