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Applications Of Reflection Of Light
When a light ray (termed as the incident ray) hits a surface and bounces back (forms a reflected ray), the process of reflection of light has taken place.
Sign Convention for Mirrors
A mirror is made of glass that is coated with a metal amalgam on one side due to which the light ray incident on the surface undergoes reflection and not refraction.
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Explain the situation shown in ● Fig. 30.8. How can this be done without hurting one’s hand? (Hint: The fearless author’s hand extends inside the sliding glass-windowed door of a laboratory cabinet.)

Chapter 30, Problem 3Q, Explain the situation shown in Fig. 30.8. How can this be done without hurting ones hand? (Hint:

Figure 30.8 See Question 3. (© Cengage Learning.)

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