Why can you see a clear image of yourself in a flat mirror but not in a rough wall?
AThe mirror is thicker
BThe mirror's smooth surface reflects light in an organized pattern
CThe wall absorbs all light
DThe mirror produces its own light
A smooth surface reflects light rays in an orderly way, preserving the pattern of light so your eyes see a clear image. A rough surface scatters light in many directions.
Question 2 True / False
All objects reflect at least some light.
TTrue
FFalse
Answer: True
You can see any object because it reflects some light to your eyes. Even dark objects reflect a small amount of light.
Question 3 Short Answer
What happens when you shine a flashlight at a mirror at an angle?
Think about your answer, then reveal below.
Model answer: The light bounces off the mirror at the same angle on the other side.
The angle at which light hits a surface (the angle of incidence) equals the angle at which it bounces off (the angle of reflection).