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3.2.1 Reflection of light (1 questions)
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Normal: The normal is an imaginary line drawn perpendicular to the surface at the point where the light ray strikes. It is a crucial reference line for determining the angle of incidence and reflection.
Angle of Incidence: The angle between the incident ray (the incoming light ray) and the normal.
Angle of Reflection: The angle between the reflected ray (the outgoing light ray) and the normal. The angle of reflection is equal to the angle of incidence.
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