Reflection is the change in direction of a wavefront at an interface between two different media so that the wavefront returns into the medium from which it originated. Common examples include the reflection of light, sound and water waves.

What are examples of reflect?

An example of reflect is when you think back on your behavior. Reflect is something that doesn't absorb or that mirrors back whatever is coming into it or looking at it. An example of reflect is when a mirror shows you your own image. An example of reflect is when sound bounces off the walls of a room.

What is reflect mean in science?

Reflection is 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. ... For a smooth surface, reflected light rays travel in the same direction. This is called specular reflection.