Light is a form of energy which makes objects visible.
Light enables us to see objects by entering our eyes.
Without light objects are not visible.
1. What is light fundamentally considered to be?
2. Who is the scientist associated with the property of light called the 'refractive index' and the law of refraction?
3. What is the primary purpose of the laws of reflection in optics?
Light β definition?
A form of energy that makes objects visible.
Properties of light β key?
Reflection, refraction, dispersion.
Reflection law β statement?
Angle of incidence equals angle of reflection.
Image in plane mirror β type?
Virtual, erect, same size as object.
Lateral inversion β effect?
Left and right are reversed in mirror images.
Multiple images β formula?
n = 360Β°/ΞΈ - 1 (if integer).
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