The area illuminated during diffused reflection is _______ regular reflection by a plane surface. Assume parallel beam of incident light is used.

brighter than

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

smaller than

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

larger than

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

same as

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is C larger than
Due to irregular reflection or diffused reflection, light spreads in all directions. So, it can illuminate a larger area for the same size of plane surface used.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

Why do rays in a parallel beam of incident light not remain parallel to each other after reflection from a rough surface?

Join BYJU'S Learning Program