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The phenomenon by which the incident light falling on a surface is sent back is known as ___ .

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Reflection occurs when light bounces off an object.
If the surface is smooth and shiny, like glass, water or polished metal, the light will reflect at the same angle as it hit the surface. This phenomenon is called reflection.


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