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Q: What determines weather a surface is a diffuse reflector or a polished reflector?
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What is the function of the polished curved surface at the back of the heating rod in a room heater?

A reflector. To concentrate the heat energy into the room instead of behind it.


What is the meaning of reflector?

One who, or that which, reflects., Something having a polished surface for reflecting light or heat, as a mirror, a speculum, etc., A reflecting telescope., A device for reflecting sound.


Does a plane mirror produce regular or diffuse reflections?

A flat plane mirror produces regular reflections since its polished reflective surface is flat compared to the wavelength of light. If the surface is rough or irregular compared to the wavelength, the light will be scattered, resulting in diffuse reflection.


Which is a better reflector of light- a black surface or a white surface?

which is a better reflector of light-a black surface or a white surface


What kind a surface is the best reflector of sound?

The best reflector for sound will be massive, rigid, and with a smooth surface.


Why room heaters have polished surface?

room heaters have polished surface


Which3 factors determine the amount of light an object will reflect?

The amount of light a material reflects depends upon the kind of material in the reflector, the extent to which it is polished , and the angle at which the light strikes the surface. your welcome.


Name the type of a reflector with a smooth surface?

mirror


Name a type of reflector with a smooth surface?

A mirror.


Has a reflecting surface that curves outward?

A convex reflector.


What is the difference between regular reflection and diffuse reflection?

diffuse is brighter than regular


Why is a wet surface is a better reflector when it is wet?

because the rough surface is wet and a road is not :)