How Do Mirrors Reflect Light So Clearly?

Imagine you're a ball of light bouncing off your face, that's what happens when you look in a mirror! Mirrors are made of smooth, shiny surfaces that send the light back to you in an orderly way. This makes your reflection look clear and not wobbly or blurry like a puddle on the ground.

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  1. A ball of light bounces off your face and goes straight into the mirror.
  2. Your reflection looks clear because the mirror sends all the light back to you in order.
  3. If the surface was like a sponge, your reflection would be blurry.

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Categories: Physics · Reflection· Light· Optics