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What type of waves can be reflected, refracted and diffracted
all waves can
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When do reflection, refraction and diffraction occur?
When the waves meet an obstacle.
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Does reflection, refraction and diffraction allow us to see?
Reflection-1. Reflection of light is what allows us to see objects. Light bounces off them into our eyes.
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What is the law of reflection?
Angle of incidence=angle of reflection
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What happens when light reflects off an uneven surface?
The light reflects off at different angles.
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What happens when light reflects off a flat surface?
The light reflects off at the same angle.
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When do reflection, refraction and diffraction occur?

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What is the law of reflection?

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