Reflection Flashcards

1
Q

Draw a diagram of wave reflection

A

Look in the book (gcse physics)

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2
Q

How do ALL waves travel to different material

A

Absorbed , transmitted or reflected

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3
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Meaning of absorbed

A

Wave is absorbed into the material , transferring energy to it

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4
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Meaning of transmitted

A

Wave Carries on travelling through the material

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5
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Meaning of reflected

A

The wave bounces off the material

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6
Q

What effects weather a wave is absorbed transmitted or reflected

A

The wavelength and the properties of the material

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7
Q

Name two types of reflection

A

Specular or difffuse

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8
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What is specular reflection

A

It happens when a wave is reflected in a single direction by a smooth surface eg light reflected by a minor (see diagram)

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9
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What is diffuse reflection

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It is when a wave is reflected by a rough surface eg a piece of paper

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