reflectance Definition
the fraction of incident light that is reflected by a surface or body, typically expressed as a percentage.
Using reflectance: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reflectance" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The reflectance of the mirror is very high.
Example
The reflectance of the black surface is very low.
reflectance Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for reflectance
- albedo
- reflection coefficient
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Summary: reflectance in Brief
'Reflectance' [rɪˈflektəns] refers to the fraction of incident light that is reflected by a surface or body, usually expressed as a percentage. It is a measure of how much light is reflected by an object and can be used to determine the object's color and texture. For example, a mirror has a high reflectance, while a black surface has a low reflectance.
