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Cambridge IGCSE Physics

3.2.1Reflection of light

Reflection of light in Cambridge IGCSE Physics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 3.2.1.1Define and use the normal, the angle of incidence and the angle of reflection.
  2. 3.2.1.2Describe how a plane mirror forms an image and its characteristics: same size, same distance behind the mirror, virtual.
  3. 3.2.1.3State and use the law that the angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection.
  4. 3.2.1.4Supplement: use simple constructions, measurements and calculations for plane mirrors.

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Reflection of light: sample question

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A ray of light makes an angle of 62° with the surface of a plane mirror. What is the angle of reflection?

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