Wave Properties Flashcards by Jo Clark

How does reflection let us see?

Beam of light reflects off uneven surface at different angles (eg paper)
Reflects off smooth shiny surface at same angle (eg mirror) to give clear reflection

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How is a wave direction changed?

Travel in straight line. Meet obstical, change direction by
Reflection
Refraction
Diffraction

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What is the angle of reflection

Angle of incidence = angle of reflection

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