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Metals have a unique property of reflecting light from their surface. This property is known as .

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lustre
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refraction
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sonorous
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The correct option is A lustre
Metals contain free electrons that absorb energy and vibrate when they come in contact with light. Later, they release the energy back in the form of light. This is reflected back and is responsible for the shiny, lustrous appearance of metals.

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