Diffuse Reflection

When light waves bounce off of a rough object and are scattered in all directions we call this:

• Specular Reflection

• Specular Refraction

• Diffuse Reflection

• Diffuse Refraction

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This type of reflection is when light bounces off a rough surface and in multiple angles.

• Regular reflection

• Diffuse reflection

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What is the main characteristic of diffuse reflection?

• Light is reflected in a single direction

• Light is scattered in many directions

• Light is absorbed completely

• Light is refracted

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Which of the following surfaces is most likely to cause diffuse reflection?

• A polished mirror

• A calm water surface

• A rough wall

• A glass window

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Diffuse reflection occurs when light hits a surface that is:

• Smooth and shiny

• Transparent

• Rough and uneven

• Highly polished

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In which of the following scenarios would you most likely observe diffuse reflection?

• Light reflecting off a mirror

• Light passing through a lens

• Light scattering off a sandy beach

• Light refracting through water

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Which of the following best describes the path of light in diffuse reflection?

• Light travels in parallel lines

• Light is absorbed by the surface

• Light is scattered in various directions

• Light is focused into a single beam

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What is a real-world example of diffuse reflection?

• A laser beam hitting a mirror

• Sunlight reflecting off a white wall

• A flashlight beam passing through glass

• A camera flash reflecting off a window

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How does diffuse reflection affect the visibility of objects?

• It makes objects appear clearer

• It causes objects to appear blurry

• It has no effect on visibility

• It makes objects invisible

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Which scientific principle explains diffuse reflection?

• Law of Refraction

• Law of Conservation of Energy

• Law of Diffuse Reflection

• Law of Specular Reflection

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