A child holds up a silver spoon and is surprised to see her reflection there.




Which interaction between light and matter explains this?

A

When light hits something relatively flat, smooth, and shiny, it is transmitted by the surface, allowing nearby objects to be seen on the surface.

B

When light hits something relatively flat, smooth, and shiny, it is refracted by the surface, allowing nearby objects to be seen on the surface.

C

When light hits something relatively flat, smooth, and shiny, it bounces off the surface, allowing reflected objects to be seen on the surface.

D

When light hits something relatively flat, smooth, and shiny, it is absorbed by the surface, allowing refracted objects to be seen on the surface.