Reflection and Mirrors

Front

What is a plane mirror?

Back

A flat mirror that reflects light to form an image that is the same size as the object.

Front

What is a concave mirror?

Back

A mirror that curves inward, which can magnify images when the object is placed between the focal point and the mirror.

Front

What is a convex mirror?

Back

A mirror that curves outward, which produces a smaller, wider field of view image.

Front

What is diffuse reflection?

Back

The reflection of light waves from a rough surface, scattering the light in many directions.

Front

What is regular reflection?

Back

The reflection of light waves from a smooth surface, where the angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection.

Front

What happens to the angle of reflection when the angle of incidence increases?

Back

The angle of reflection increases by the same amount.

Front

What is the focal point of a concave mirror?

Back

The point where parallel rays of light converge after reflecting off the mirror.

Front

How does a concave mirror form a magnified image?

Back

When an object is placed between the focal point and the mirror, the reflected image appears larger.

Front

What is the difference between concave and convex mirrors?

Back

Concave mirrors curve inward and can magnify images, while convex mirrors curve outward and produce smaller images.

Front

What is the law of reflection?

Back

The law states that the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.