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  • Specular vs. Diffuse Reflection: Understanding Light Behavior
    This is called specular reflection.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Specular reflection: This is when light rays hit a smooth surface and bounce back at the same angle they hit it. Think of a mirror – the light reflects back in a predictable, mirrored pattern.

    * Diffuse reflection: This is when light rays hit a rough surface and bounce back in many different directions. Think of a piece of paper – the light scatters randomly, which is why we can see the paper from different angles.

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