The parallel light rays do not remain parallel after reflection. It is a/an _______ reflection.

regular

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smooth

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irregular

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real

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Solution

The correct option is C irregular
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.

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