Irregular reflection occurs from a_____ surface.

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Irregular reflection:
Irregular reflection occurs when parallel rays of light are incident on an irregular or rough surface and after reflection emerge in different directions.
This type of reflection occurs due to irregularity of the reflecting surface.
Regular reflections occur from smooth or polished surface.
Hence, the irregular reflection occurs from a rough surface.

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