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PHY 104 Reflection and Refraction of Light Objective Question
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How does the ray model of light represent light travel?
Options
A As waves propagating in all directions simultaneously.
B As straight lines emanating from an object.
Correct Answer
C As particles traveling in random paths.
D As energy fields that bend around obstacles.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 8 states: "We represent light using rays, which are straight lines emanating from an object." It further describes this as an idealization useful for geometric optics.

Hint

Look for the definition of 'rays' in the 'The Ray Model of Light' section.

Question Info

Course: PHY 104
Topic: Reflection and Refraction of Light
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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