What is regular reflection
When rays of light falls on smooth surface,they are reflected parallely
So we are able to clearly see reflection
Example
Rays of light on mirror is regular reflection because mirror is smooth
What is irregular reflection or diffused reflection
When rays of light fall on rough or irregular surface,the light reflects on different directions
They are not parallel
Hence reflection is not clear
Example
We are not able to see our image on plastic clearly because it is not as smooth as mirror
Difference between Regular and Diffused Reflection
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Regular Reflection |
Irregular/Diffused Reflection |
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Rays of light falls on smooth surface |
Rays of light falls on irregular surface |
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Rays are reflected parallely |
Rays are reflected in different directions |
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Reflection is clear |
Reflection is not clear |
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It is produced in smooth surfaces like mirror, highly polished surfaces |
It is produced in rough surfaces like paper, cardboard, unpolished objects |
