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Why does light change direction when it hits things?
Light changes direction when it hits a shiny surface
What happens if you shine a light into a mirror?
When you shine a light into a mirror, the light reflects off the mirror's surface and bounces back in the opposite direction. This is called specular reflection. The angle at which the light hits the mirror will be equal to the angle at which it bounces off.
How does light interact with shiny metal?
It reflects the light, that is how the surface seems shiny.When light hits a shiny surface it is reflected and is sometimes bent.
In the picture below a ray of light hits a mirror and changes direction. What is this bouncing off action called?
This bouncing off action is called reflection. When light hits a mirror, it reflects off the surface and changes direction according to the law of reflection, which states that the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.
When a ray of light hits a surface two things will happen to the light. What are they?
When a ray of light hits a surface, two things can happen: reflection, where the light bounces back off the surface, and refraction, where the light enters the material and changes direction.
How does the moon reflect the sun's light to create moonlight?
The moon reflects the sun's light because its surface is made of materials that bounce light back. When sunlight hits the moon, the surface reflects the light towards Earth, creating moonlight.
What is the simple law that applies when light hits a relecting surface?
When a beam of light strikes a reflective surface it reflects, angle of incidence = angle of reflection
How does light reflect the earth?
Light reflects off the Earth's surface because it is made up of various materials that have different reflective properties. When light hits the Earth, some of it is absorbed by the surface, while the rest is reflected back towards the source or in a different direction. The amount of light reflected depends on the angle of incidence, the nature of the surface, and the wavelength of the light.
Do pennies reflect light or refract?
Pennies reflect light. When light hits a penny, its surface reflects the light rays in various directions, giving the penny its shiny appearance. Refraction occurs when light passes from one medium to another, causing the light rays to change direction.
Is the law of reflection when light hits a surface at an angle it reflects at the left angle?
The law of reflection states that when an object bounces off a flat surface, the angle it at which it hits the surface will be equal to the angle at which it bounces away.
What happens to light when it hits a mirror?
When light hits a mirror, it undergoes reflection, which means it bounces off the mirror surface at the same angle it hit the mirror. This reflection allows us to see our reflections in mirrors. The smooth surface of the mirror reflects light efficiently, creating a clear image.
Does a spoon absorb light?
No, a spoon does not absorb light. It reflects and scatters light that hits its surface, allowing us to see its shiny appearance.
