Practice Reflection: Bouncing Back - 5.3.1 | Waves, Sound & Light, and Introduction to Magnetism | IB 8 Physics
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Reflection: Bouncing Back

5.3.1 - Reflection: Bouncing Back

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is reflection?

💡 Hint: Think about how you see your image in a mirror.

Question 2 Easy

Define the angle of incidence.

💡 Hint: Consider the angle at which a light ray strikes a surface.

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Question 1

What does the law of reflection state?

Angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection
Angle of incidence is twice the angle of reflection
Angle of incidence varies with surface type

💡 Hint: Think about how light behaves when it hits a mirror.

Question 2

True or False: Diffuse reflection occurs on smooth surfaces.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the difference between clarity in reflections.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Describe how you would set up an experiment to measure the angles of incidence and reflection using a light source, a protractor, and a flat mirror. Include specifics on materials, method, and expected outcomes.

💡 Hint: Consider how to align your light source, mirror, and protractor.

Challenge 2 Hard

Imagine you are designing a reflective art piece using both smooth and rough materials. Explain how you would use reflection in your design and the effects of each material.

💡 Hint: Think about how each surface will reflect light differently.

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