Name: Reflection of waves - Waves: Video playlist - BBC Bitesize
Uploaded: 2026-03-18T15:00:34.811Z
Duration: 1 min 28 s
Channel: BBC Bitesize
Description: Dr George Dransfield explains how reflection works and how to draw the reflection of a wave.

Reflection of waves

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This video explores the law of reflection, which states that the angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection. A specular reflection occurs when light bounces off a smooth surface, creating a clear image. A diffuse reflection occurs when light bounces off an uneven surface, creating a distorted image.

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