Question
Which example(s) best illustrate(s) regular reflection but not diffuse reflection?
Multiple select question.
A flashlight beam bounces off a mirror and forms a perfect oval on the wall.
A street lamp shines on a brick wall illuminating a large section of the street.
Light reflects off a pane of glass producing a sharp image.
Multiple select question.
A flashlight beam bounces off a mirror and forms a perfect oval on the wall.
A street lamp shines on a brick wall illuminating a large section of the street.
Light reflects off a pane of glass producing a sharp image.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The examples that best illustrate regular reflection but not diffuse reflection are:
1. **A flashlight beam bounces off a mirror and forms a perfect oval on the wall.**
2. **Light reflects off a pane of glass producing a sharp image.**
Both of these examples exhibit regular (specular) reflection, where light reflects at specific angles and produces clear images or shapes. On the contrary, diffuse reflection occurs when light hits a rough surface and scatters in many directions, as seen in the example with the street lamp shining on a brick wall.
1. **A flashlight beam bounces off a mirror and forms a perfect oval on the wall.**
2. **Light reflects off a pane of glass producing a sharp image.**
Both of these examples exhibit regular (specular) reflection, where light reflects at specific angles and produces clear images or shapes. On the contrary, diffuse reflection occurs when light hits a rough surface and scatters in many directions, as seen in the example with the street lamp shining on a brick wall.