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PHY 104 Reflection and Refraction of Light Objective Question
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Question

In the context of specular reflection (e.g., from a plane mirror), what is required for an observer to see the reflected light?
Options
A The observer must be far away from the mirror.
B The observer's eye must be in the correct position to receive the reflected rays.
Correct Answer
C The mirror surface must be rough.
D The light source must be directly behind the observer.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 11 explains: "With specular reflection (from a mirror), your eye must be in the correct position." This is because the reflected rays travel in a single, predictable direction.

Hint

Specular reflection implies a very organized reflection, unlike diffuse reflection.

Question Info

Course: PHY 104
Topic: Reflection and Refraction of Light
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 6 of 947
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