The reflection in water is inverted because light rays coming from an object above the water surface strike the water at an angle and are reflected according to the law of reflection. This reflection causes the image to appear upside down relative to the object.
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Reflected waves can be inverted or not depending on the medium through which the wave is traveling. In a denser medium, like a solid, waves are typically inverted upon reflection. In a less dense medium, like air, waves may not be inverted upon reflection.
Water images typically symbolize emotions, intuition, and adaptability. They can convey feelings of fluidity, reflection, and purification. Water often represents the unconscious mind and the depths of one's emotions.
When a wave is reflected from a rigid support, there is a change in phase of 180 degrees, or pi radians. This means that the wave is inverted upon reflection.
The reflection from a mirror is called a virtual image. It appears to be behind the mirror at the same distance as the object is in front of it.
Yes, fish can see their reflection in the water.