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specular reflection

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specular reflection,
a reflection from a smooth surface, such as a mirror. In ultrasonography, such reflections are from smooth surfaces such as organ walls.


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Gloss is the ratio of the intensity of the light scattered by a test surface at the angle of specular reflection compared to that from a standard specular reflecting surface under the same conditions.
Barcodes on soft packages that curve the symbol, as well as shiny tape over the symbol that can cause specular reflection back to the camera are examples of how codes may be damaged.
The company determined these particles should have minimal light absorption, high total transmission of light, light diffusion, scattered reflection and minimal specular reflection, such as fumed aluminum and Nylon 12.
 
 
 
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