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Reflection of light
Explain and apply the definitions of normal, angle of incidence, and angle of reflection.
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- Explain and apply the definitions of normal, angle of incidence, and angle of reflection.
- Illustrate how a plane mirror creates an optical image and describe its features, such as being the same size, equidistant from the mirror, and virtual.
- Recognize that the angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection and apply this principle in relevant situations.
- Conduct basic constructions, measurements, and calculations related to reflection using plane mirrors.
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