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Light — Science STD 8 — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8ScienceLight3 Marks
Question
What is the difference between regular reflection and diffuse reflection of light? Name one object which can produce regular reflection of light and another which produces diffuse reflection of light.
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Answer

REGULAR REFLECTION OF LIGHT
DIFFUSED REFLECTION OF LIGHT
Regular reflection occurs from a polished or even surface.
Diffused reflection occurs from any uneven surface.
The reflected rays are parallel always.
The reflected rays are not parallel ever.
A plane mirror produces regular reflection of light.
A wall or piece of paper produces diffused reflection of light.

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