Differentiate between a reflection and a shadow.

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The process of sending back the light rays that fall on the surface of an object is called reflection of light. When a beam of light is blocked by an opaque object, the light rays that reach the object are stopped. On the other hand, the rays that pass by the edges continue on their path. Shadow is formed in a region without light behind the object.

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Reflection	Shadow
The process of sending back the light rays that fall on the surface of an object is called reflection of light.	When a beam of light is blocked by an opaque object, the light rays that reach the object are stopped. On the other hand, the rays that pass by the edges continue on their path. Shadow is formed in a region without light behind the object.