Reflection
The law of reflection is introduced as we learn about the difference between specular and diffuse reflection and discover the difference between real and virtual images.
The law of reflection is introduced as we learn about the difference between specular and diffuse reflection and discover the difference between real and virtual images.
Learning Objectives
-Compare and contrast specular reflection and diffuse reflection.
-Define and use the law of reflection conceptually and mathematically.
-Experiment with a plane mirror noting the location of the image formed and whether it is real or virtual.
-Compare and contrast specular reflection and diffuse reflection.
-Define and use the law of reflection conceptually and mathematically.
-Experiment with a plane mirror noting the location of the image formed and whether it is real or virtual.
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Vocabulary
diffuse reflection - when light rays strike a rough surface. law of reflection - this law states that the angle of the incident ray equals the angle of the reflected ray. reflection - when a wave bounces off a surface when interacting with a material. specular reflection - when light is reflected off of a shiny or glossy surface. |