Q1: Treat
the flame as a point source. Determine the region of the tabletop
that is lit by the reflection of the flame. Draw and label
the relevant light rays and lighted regions on a diagram of the
situation. Explain the reasoning used to draw the rays.
Q2:
As the candle burns the flame get closer to the bottom of the
coffee can. How does this change the lighted areas of the
table? Explain using the diagram from question #1
Q3:
If the candle were moved from the center closer to the side of
the can, how would the lighted regions on the table top change?
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