Reflection of Light

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the reflection of light, including definitions of rays, laws, and characteristics of mirrors.

Law of Reflection

States that the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.

Incident Ray

The ray of light directed towards a surface before it is reflected.

Reflected Ray

The ray of light that is emitted after hitting a surface.

Normal Line

An imaginary line perpendicular to the surface at the point of incidence.

Regular Reflection

Smooth surface reflection where light is reflected evenly.

Irregular Reflection

Reflection from a rough surface that causes light to scatter.

Angle of Incidence

The angle between the incident ray and the normal line.

Angle of Reflection

The angle between the reflected ray and the normal line.

Virtual Image

An image formed by reflected rays that appears to be behind the mirror.

Lateral Inversion

The reversal of left and right in a mirror image.