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Explain why we can see images on polished and smooth surfaces.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Polished Surfaces**: - Polished surfaces are smooth and shiny. They are designed to reflect light effectively. When light hits a polished surface, more than 90% of the light is reflected back. 2. **Reflection of Light**: - The key to seeing images on these surfaces lies in how light reflects off them. A polished surface reflects light in a consistent manner, which is known as regular reflection. ...
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  10. How does mirror form an image of the object?

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