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Shadow vs. Reflection: Know the Difference

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By Shumaila Saeed || Updated on December 25, 2023
A shadow is a dark shape made by an object blocking light, while a reflection is an image mirrored back from a surface, like water or glass.
Shadow vs. Reflection

Key Differences

Shadows are formed when an object blocks light, casting a dark silhouette on a surface, showing only shape and size but not color or texture. Reflections are visual images mirrored on surfaces like water, glass, or shiny objects, depicting color, shape, and texture of the reflected object.
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The formation of a shadow depends on the direction and intensity of the light source and can vary in sharpness; soft edges in diffused light, sharp in direct light. Reflections require a reflective surface and vary based on the smoothness and angle of the surface, mirroring the object in detail.
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Shadows change throughout the day with the movement of the light source, such as the sun, and can elongate, shorten, or disappear. Reflections, however, remain constant as long as the object and reflective surface remain undisturbed and in the same relative positions.
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The study of shadows is essential in understanding light and forms in art and science, providing insights into object placement and sun movement. Reflections are studied in physics, particularly in optics, to understand light behavior on various surfaces.
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In metaphorical terms, a shadow can represent darkness, mystery, or something hidden, while a reflection often symbolizes clarity, reality, or a revealed truth.
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Comparison Chart

Formation

Created by blocking light
Mirrored image on a surface
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Depicts

Shape and size only
Detailed image including color and texture
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Required Conditions

Light source and an opaque object
Light and a reflective surface
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Changes

Varies with light source movement
Constant if viewing conditions remain the same
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Metaphorical Meaning

Often represents something hidden or unknown
Symbolizes clarity or revealed truth
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Shadow and Reflection Definitions

Shadow

Area of Darkness
She found relief in the shadow under the tree.
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Reflection

Consequence or Result
The success was a reflection of her hard work.
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Shadow

A dark area or shape made by an object blocking rays of light.
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Reflection

Physical Phenomenon in Optics
The mirror’s reflection was crystal clear.
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Shadow

The darkness or diminished light caused by the blocking of a light source
The back yard is in shadow all day long.
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Reflection

The act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.
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Shadow

A darker area in a picture or photograph.
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Reflection

Something, such as light, radiant heat, sound, or an image, that is reflected.
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Shadow

Shadows The darkness following sunset.
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Reflection

Serious thinking or careful consideration
Engaged in reflection on the problem.
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Shadow

Often shadows A darkened area of skin under the eye.
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Reflection

A thought or an opinion resulting from such thinking or consideration
Wrote down her reflections.
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Shadow

An incipient growth of beard that makes the skin look darker.
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Reflection

An indirect expression of censure or discredit
A reflection on his integrity.
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Shadow

A feeling or cause of gloom or unhappiness
The argument cast a shadow on their friendship.
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Reflection

A manifestation or result
Her achievements are a reflection of her courage.
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Shadow

A nearby or adjoining region; vicinity
Grew up in the shadow of the ballpark.
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Reflection

The folding of a membrane from the wall of a cavity over an organ and back to the wall.
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Shadow

A dominating presence or influence
Spent years working in the shadow of the lab director.
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Reflection

The folds so made.
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Shadow

An imitation or inferior version
"The defenders of the Japanese home islands were already a shadow of the fighting forces American soldiers had encountered elsewhere" (James Carroll).
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Reflection

The act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.
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Shadow

A phantom; a ghost.
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Reflection

The property of a propagated wave being thrown back from a surface (such as a mirror).
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Shadow

An unsubstantial object of pursuit
Spent the last part of his career chasing shadows.
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Reflection

Something, such as an image, that is reflected.
The dog barked at his own reflection in the mirror.
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Shadow

One, such as a detective or spy, that follows or trails another.
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Reflection

Careful thought or consideration.
After careful reflection, I have decided not to vote for that proposition.
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Shadow

A constant companion.
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Reflection

An implied criticism.
It is a reflection on his character that he never came back to see them.
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Shadow

(Sports) A player who guards an opponent closely.
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Reflection

(computing) The process or mechanism of determining the capabilities of an object at run-time.
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Shadow

A faint indication; a foreshadowing
A shadow of things to come.
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Reflection

(anatomy) The folding of a part; a fold.
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Shadow

An insignificant portion or amount; a trace
Beyond a shadow of a doubt.
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Reflection

The act of reflecting, or turning or sending back, or the state of being reflected.
The eye sees not itself,But by reflection, by some other things.
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Shadow

Shelter; protection
Under the shadow of their corporate sponsor.
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Reflection

The reverting of the mind to that which has already occupied it; continued consideration; meditation; contemplation; hence, also, that operation or power of the mind by which it is conscious of its own acts or states; the capacity for judging rationally, especially in view of a moral rule or standard.
By reflection, . . . I would be understood to mean, that notice which the mind takes of its own operations, and the manner of them, by reason whereof there come to be ideas of these operations in the understanding.
This delight grows and improves under thought and reflection.
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Shadow

To cast a shadow on; darken or shade
The leaves of the trees shadowed the ferns below.
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Reflection

Shining; brightness, as of the sun.
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Shadow

To make gloomy or troubled, especially over time
He was shadowed by self-doubt.
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Reflection

That which is produced by reflection.
As the sun water we can bear,Yet not the sun, but his reflection, there.
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Shadow

To represent vaguely, mysteriously, or prophetically; foreshadow.
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Reflection

A part reflected, or turned back, at an angle; as, the reflection of a membrane.
Job's reflections on his once flourishing estate did at the same time afflict and encourage him.
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Shadow

To darken in a painting or drawing; shade in.
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Reflection

Censure; reproach cast.
He died; and oh! may no reflection shedIts poisonous venom on the royal dead.
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Shadow

To follow, especially in secret; trail.
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Reflection

The transference of an excitement from one nerve fiber to another by means of the nerve cells, as in reflex action. See Reflex action, under Reflex.
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Shadow

(Sports) To guard (an opponent) closely throughout the playing area.
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Reflection

A calm lengthy intent consideration
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Shadow

To become downcast or gloomy
Her face shadowed with sorrow.
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Reflection

The phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface
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Shadow

Not having official status
A shadow government of exiled leaders.
A shadow cabinet.
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Reflection

Expression without words;
Tears are an expression of grief
The pulse is a reflection of the heart's condition
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Shadow

A dark image projected onto a surface where light (or other radiation) is blocked by the shade of an object.
My shadow lengthened as the sun began to set.
The X-ray showed a shadow on his lung.
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Reflection

The image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material);
He studied his reflection in the mirror
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Shadow

Relative darkness, especially as caused by the interruption of light; gloom; obscurity.
I immediately jumped into shadow as I saw them approach.
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Reflection

A likeness in which left and right are reversed
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Shadow

An area protected by an obstacle (likened to an object blocking out sunlight).
The mountains block the passage of rain-producing weather systems and cast a "shadow" of dryness behind them.
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Reflection

(mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed
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Shadow

(obsolete) A reflected image, as in a mirror or in water.
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Reflection

A remark expressing careful consideration
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Shadow

(figurative) That which looms as though a shadow.
I don't have a shadow of doubt in my mind that my plan will succeed.
The shadow of fear of my being outed always affects how I live my life.
I lived in her shadow my whole life.
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Reflection

The ability to reflect beams or rays
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Shadow

A small degree; a shade.
He did not give even a shadow of respect to the professor.
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Reflection

Mirrored Image on a Surface
The mountain’s reflection in the lake was breathtaking.
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Shadow

An imperfect and faint representation.
He came back from war the shadow of a man.
The neopagan ritual was only a pale shadow of the ones the Greeks held thousands of years ago.
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Reflection

Thought or Consideration
His quiet time was for reflection on the day's events.
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Shadow

A trainee, assigned to work with an experienced officer.
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Reflection

Representation or Expression
The artwork is a reflection of the artist’s emotions.
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Shadow

One who secretly or furtively follows another.
The constable was promoted to working as a shadow for the Royals.
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Shadow

An inseparable companion.
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Shadow

(typography) A drop shadow effect applied to lettering in word processors etc.
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Shadow

An influence, especially a pervasive or a negative one.
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Shadow

A spirit; a ghost; a shade.
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Shadow

An uninvited guest accompanying one who was invited.
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Shadow

An unconscious aspect of the personality.
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Shadow

(transitive) To shade, cloud, or darken.
The artist chose to shadow this corner of the painting.
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Shadow

(transitive) To block light or radio transmission from.
Looks like that cloud's going to shadow us.
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Shadow

To secretly or discreetly track or follow another, to keep under surveillance.
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Shadow

(transitive) To represent faintly and imperfectly.
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Shadow

(transitive) To hide; to conceal.
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Shadow

(transitive) To accompany (a professional) during the working day, so as to learn about an occupation one intends to take up.
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Shadow

To make (an identifier, usually a variable) inaccessible by declaring another of the same name within the scope of the first.
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Shadow

To apply the shadowing process to (the contents of ROM).
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Shadow

Unofficial, informal, unauthorized, but acting as though it were.
The human resources department has a shadow information technology group without headquarters knowledge.
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Shadow

Having power or influence, but not widely known or recognized.
The director has been giving shadow leadership to the other group's project to ensure its success.
The illuminati shadow group has been pulling strings from behind the scenes.
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Shadow

(politics) Acting in a leadership role before being formally recognized.
The shadow cabinet cannot agree on the terms of the agreement due immediately after they are sworn in.
The insurgents’ shadow government is being crippled by the federal military strikes.
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Shadow

Part of, or related to, the opposition in government.
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Shadow

Darkness; shade; obscurity.
Night's sable shadows from the ocean rise.
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Shadow

A shaded place; shelter; protection; security.
In secret shadow from the sunny ray,On a sweet bed of lilies softly laid.
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Shadow

A reflected image, as in a mirror or in water.
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Shadow

That which follows or attends a person or thing like a shadow; an inseparable companion; hence, an obsequious follower.
Sin and her shadow Death.
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Shadow

A spirit; a ghost; a shade; a phantom.
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Shadow

An imperfect and faint representation; adumbration; indistinct image; dim bodying forth; hence, mystical representation; type.
The law having a shadow of good things to come.
[Types] and shadows of that destined seed.
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Shadow

A small degree; a shade.
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Shadow

An uninvited guest coming with one who is invited.
I must not have my board pastered with shadowsThat under other men's protection break inWithout invitement.
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Shadow

To cut off light from; to put in shade; to shade; to throw a shadow upon; to overspead with obscurity.
The warlike elf much wondered at this tree,So fair and great, that shadowed all the ground.
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Shadow

To conceal; to hide; to screen.
Let every soldier hew him down a bough.And bear't before him; thereby shall we shadowThe numbers of our host.
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Shadow

To protect; to shelter from danger; to shroud.
Shadowing their right under your wings of war.
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Shadow

To mark with gradations of light or color; to shade.
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Shadow

To represent faintly or imperfectly; to adumbrate; hence, to represent typically.
Augustus is shadowed in the person of æneas.
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Shadow

To cloud; to darken; to cast a gloom over.
The shadowed livery of the burnished sun.
Why sad?I must not see the face O love thus shadowed.
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Shadow

To attend as closely as a shadow; to follow and watch closely, especially in a secret or unobserved manner; as, a detective shadows a criminal.
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Shadow

Shade within clear boundaries
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Shadow

An unilluminated area;
He moved off into the darkness
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Shadow

Something existing in perception only;
A ghostly apparition at midnight
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Shadow

A premonition of something adverse;
A shadow over his happiness
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Shadow

An indication that something has been present;
There wasn't a trace of evidence for the claim
A tincture of condescension
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Shadow

Refuge from danger or observation;
He felt secure in his father's shadow
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Shadow

A dominating and pervasive presence;
He received little recognition working in the shadow of his father
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Shadow

A spy employed to follow someone and report their movements
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Shadow

An inseparable companion;
The poor child was his mother's shadow
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Shadow

Follow, usually without the person's knowledge;
The police are shadowing her
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Shadow

Cast a shadow over
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Shadow

Make appear small by comparison;
This year's debt dwarves that of last year
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Shadow

Dark Silhouette from Blocked Light
His shadow stretched long in the evening sun.
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Shadow

Indication of Shape and Size
The shadow of the tree was massive.
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Shadow

Implied Presence or Influence
The legacy cast a long shadow over the family.
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Shadow

Follow Closely
The detective shadowed the suspect discreetly.
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Repeatedly Asked Queries

Why do shadows change size?

Shadows change size due to the movement and angle of the light source.
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How is a reflection produced?

A reflection occurs when light bounces off a reflective surface.
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Are reflections only seen on smooth surfaces?

Mostly, as rough surfaces scatter light, making reflections unclear.
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Can shadows show color?

No, shadows typically only show the shape of the object.
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What affects the sharpness of a shadow?

The sharpness is affected by the light's intensity and distance.
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Is a reflection always the same size as the object?

Not always; it can be distorted or magnified depending on the surface.
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What creates a shadow?

A shadow is formed when an object blocks light.
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Can reflections be distorted?

Yes, reflections can be distorted based on the surface's shape and texture.
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Can shadows be used in art?

Yes, artists use shadows to create depth and perspective.
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Do shadows always fall behind an object?

Shadows fall opposite to the light source's direction.
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Can shadows tell time?

Yes, like in a sundial, where the shadow's position indicates time.
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What is the role of reflection in introspection?

Reflection in this context refers to thoughtful consideration or contemplation.
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Are reflections used in architecture?

Yes, for aesthetic purposes and in designing spaces with natural light.
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How are reflections used in physics?

They're studied to understand light behavior and properties.
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Why are reflections important in mirrors?

Mirrors rely on reflections to provide a clear image.
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Can a reflection occur on water?

Yes, water surfaces often create clear reflections.
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Do reflections have practical uses?

Yes, in fields like optics, photography, and periscopes.
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What is shadowing in terms of following someone?

It means to discreetly follow or track someone.
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What does a shadow symbolize in literature?

It often symbolizes darkness, mystery, or something hidden.
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Can shadows exist without light?

No, shadows need a light source to be formed.
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Fluvial processes involve water flow in rivers, shaping the landscape, while alluvial refers to sediments deposited by water, often in floodplains.
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A million is 1,000,000, while a billion is 1,000,000,000; a billion is a thousand times larger than a million.
Shriners vs. MasonsShriners vs. Masons
Shumaila SaeedShumaila Saeed
February 29, 2024
Shriners are a subgroup within Freemasonry known for charitable work, especially children's hospitals; Masons are members of the larger, older fraternity of Freemasonry with broader goals and activities.
Fascism vs. DictatorshipFascism vs. Dictatorship
Hifza NasirHifza Nasir
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Fascism is a political ideology with authoritarian nationalism; dictatorship is a governance form with absolute power in one person or group, differing in ideology and structure.
Pulley vs. SheavePulley vs. Sheave
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A pulley is a wheel on an axle designed to support movement and change of direction of a taut cable, while a sheave is the wheel part of a pulley system that specifically interacts with the cable.
NM3 vs. M3NM3 vs. M3
Hifza NasirHifza Nasir
April 19, 2024
NM3 measures gas volume under Normal conditions (0°C and 1.01325 bar), while M3 measures volume under the conditions at which it is measured, without standard adjustment.
Positive TB Skin Test vs. Negative TB Skin TestPositive TB Skin Test vs. Negative TB Skin Test
Shumaila SaeedShumaila Saeed
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A Positive TB Skin Test indicates potential exposure to tuberculosis, while a Negative TB Skin Test suggests no detectable TB infection.
Report vs. ArticleReport vs. Article
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July 20, 2024
A report presents findings or results, often following research or analysis, while an article is a written piece on a wide range of topics, primarily for information or entertainment.
Bachelor vs. BatchelorBachelor vs. Batchelor
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December 22, 2024
"Bachelor" refers to an unmarried man; "Batchelor" is a less common spelling, often a surname or a place name, not used in the context of marital status.
Paranormal vs. SupernaturalParanormal vs. Supernatural
Shumaila SaeedShumaila Saeed
December 26, 2024
Paranormal involves phenomena beyond scientific explanation, focusing on events like ghost sightings. Supernatural encompasses all beyond natural laws, including deities and magic.
ASCII vs. EBCDICASCII vs. EBCDIC
Shumaila SaeedShumaila Saeed
February 28, 2024
ASCII is a 7-bit character encoding standard for text; EBCDIC is an 8-bit character encoding used mainly in IBM mainframe systems.
380 Auto vs. 38 Special380 Auto vs. 38 Special
Shumaila SaeedShumaila Saeed
February 29, 2024
The 380 Auto is a small, low-recoil pistol cartridge, whereas the 38 Special is a larger, more powerful revolver cartridge.
Celestial vs. TerrestrialCelestial vs. Terrestrial
Shumaila SaeedShumaila Saeed
December 8, 2024
Celestial refers to objects or phenomena beyond Earth's atmosphere, like stars or planets, while terrestrial pertains to Earth and its inhabitants.
Rescind vs. RevokeRescind vs. Revoke
Dua FatimaDua Fatima
July 10, 2024
Rescind involves officially cancelling a decision or agreement; revoke means to officially cancel the validity of something, often involving rights or licenses.
Coordinator vs. SupervisorCoordinator vs. Supervisor
Shumaila SaeedShumaila Saeed
September 30, 2024
A coordinator aligns team tasks for efficiency, focusing on project logistics; a supervisor oversees staff performance, guiding and evaluating work.
TPU vs. PUTPU vs. PU
Shumaila SaeedShumaila Saeed
April 26, 2024
TPU is a type of thermoplastic elastomer with high elasticity and durability, while PU, or polyurethane, is versatile with varying hardness and used in multiple applications.
Cosmology vs. CosmogonyCosmology vs. Cosmogony
Shumaila SaeedShumaila Saeed
September 8, 2024
Cosmology studies the universe's structure, origin, and evolution, focusing on laws and theories, while cosmogony delves into specific myths, beliefs, and theories about the universe's creation.
Metrics vs. MatrixMetrics vs. Matrix
Hifza NasirHifza Nasir
October 19, 2024
Metrics refer to a system or standard of measurement, often used in evaluation and analysis, while a matrix is a rectangular array of numbers or symbols arranged in rows and columns.
Linear Foot vs. Square FootLinear Foot vs. Square Foot
Dua FatimaDua Fatima
May 24, 2024
A linear foot measures length, while a square foot measures area. Understanding their application is crucial in construction and material purchasing.
Ash vs. SootAsh vs. Soot
Dua FatimaDua Fatima
November 19, 2024
Ash is the residue left after combustion, mainly composed of mineral matter, while soot is a fine black powder formed by incomplete combustion of fuel.
Beige vs. KhakiBeige vs. Khaki
Shumaila SaeedShumaila Saeed
August 11, 2024
Beige is a light, pale yellow-brown color, often used for neutrality in design; khaki is a darker, yellow-brown shade, commonly associated with military uniforms.

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