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Reflection of light is a key optical phenomenon where light rays are redirected upon encountering a surface, governed by the law that the angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection. It can be categorized into regular and irregular reflection, impacting various applications like mirrors, periscopes, and telescopes. Understanding these principles aids in designing high-performance optical devices.

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Reflection of light is a key optical phenomenon where light rays are redirected upon encountering a surface, governed by the law that the angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection. It can be categorized into regular and irregular reflection, impacting various applications like mirrors, periscopes, and telescopes. Understanding these principles aids in designing high-performance optical devices.

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Reflection of Light – Abstract

Reflection of light is a fundamental phenomenon in optics, observed when light rays


encounter a surface and are redirected away from it. This phenomenon is not only crucial to
vision but also forms the basis for a wide range of optical instruments and devices.

The law of reflection dictates that the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection,
and this applies to all wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation. Light reflection can be
categorized as either regular (specular) or irregular (diffuse), based on the smoothness of
the reflecting surface.

At an atomic level, when light strikes a surface, its electromagnetic waves interact with
electrons in the material. These electrons oscillate and re-emit energy in the form of
reflected waves. This process retains the energy and angle characteristics of the incoming
light.

Flat mirrors produce virtual, upright, and laterally inverted images. These images maintain
the size and distance symmetry relative to the object's position. This characteristic is widely
used in daily-life mirrors and optical devices.

Reflection also manifests in applications such as periscopes, fiber optics, telescopes, and
gemstone design. Specular reflection ensures clarity in imaging, while diffuse reflection
improves overall visibility by scattering light.

Understanding reflection principles enhances both the theoretical and practical grasp of
physics. It allows the design of devices with high optical performance, such as anti-reflective
coatings, prisms in binoculars, and imaging systems.

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