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Wave Interactions

Question 4 • NC-Physical Science CR 2024

A light bounces off the surface of a metal cup and shines in Harold’s eyes. Which best describes what is happening to the light waves in this scenario?

Answer
A
absorption
B
interference
C
refraction
D
reflection

Explanation

The light bounces off the metal surface and travels toward Harold’s eyes. When light bounces off a surface, the process is called reflection, so the correct choice is reflection.

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