A wave propagating through an inhomogeneous medium is usually partially reflected, which is often undesirable from a practical point of view. Although the reflection from a sharp interface can be ...

Waves close wavesVibrations that transfer energy from place to place without the transference of matter. - including sound and light - can be reflected at the boundary between two different materials.

(Nanowerk News) In our daily lives, we can find many examples of manipulation of reflected waves such as mirrors to see our reflections or reflective surfaces for sound that improve auditorium ...