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specular reflection [′spek·yə·lər ri′flek·shən] (physics) Reflection of electromagnetic, acoustic, or water waves in which the reflected waves travel in a definite direction, and the directions of the incident and reflected waves make equal angles with a line perpendicular to the reflecting surface, and lie in the same plane with it. Also known as direct reflection; mirror reflection; regular reflection. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The shape of that feature, known as a specular reflection, is characteristic of a smooth, liquid surface of hydrocarbon, Campbell's team reports in an upcoming Science. These high-luster colors are strongest at diffuse viewing angles of 25[degrees] to 100[degrees] Each pigment also has specular reflection color, in a complementary desert-like hue. Specular reflections are mirror-like sharp images reflected from the monitor back into the users' faces. |
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