Here's why:
* Luminous objects are objects that produce their own light. Examples include the sun, a light bulb, or a firefly.
* Reflecting objects simply bounce light that falls on them. They do not create light themselves. Examples include the moon, a mirror, or a white wall.
So, while a reflecting object might appear bright due to the light it reflects, it doesn't actually generate the light itself. Therefore, it's not classified as luminous.