Key term for Edexcel GCSE Physics, used in The EM Spectrum.
A clear, mirror-like reflection that occurs when a wave hits a surface that is very smooth relative to the wave's wavelength.
Specular reflection appears in Edexcel GCSE Physics revision content for Light and the electromagnetic spectrum, especially The EM Spectrum and Interaction with Substances.
Light and the electromagnetic spectrum
Interaction with Substances
Light and the electromagnetic spectrum
Colour of Light
Light and the electromagnetic spectrum
Specular and Diffuse Reflection
Light and the electromagnetic spectrum
Ray Diagrams and TIR
Light and the electromagnetic spectrum
The EM Spectrum • Interaction with Substances
Light and the electromagnetic spectrum
Light, Lenses and Reflection • Colour of Light
Light and the electromagnetic spectrum
Light, Lenses and Reflection • Specular and Diffuse Reflection
Light and the electromagnetic spectrum
Light, Lenses and Reflection • Ray Diagrams and TIR
Waves
Measuring Waves and Behaviour • Wave Interaction with Substances
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