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lb_gilbert

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Describe the image formed by an object located 1 m in front of a plane mirror.

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When studying the angle of incidence in the refraction process, how must this angle be measured?



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Answer to Question 1

The image will be virtual, erect, 1 m behind the mirror, and the same size as the
original object.

Answer to Question 2

When light rays strike a boundary, the angle of incidence of the incoming ray is
measured in respect to the normal line drawn to the interface surface.



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lb_gilbert

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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again



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Great! Please up vote :D



 

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