Standard Science Primary 4 Energy

Why can Rey see the book on the table even though the book does not give off its own light?

A Light travels around the book to reach Rey's eyes.
B Rey's eyes give off light that hits the book.
C The book is transparent and light passes through it.
D The book reflects light from the lamp into Rey's eyes.
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Step 1: Non-luminous objects are seen via reflection. Step 2: Light from a source (lamp) hits the object. Step 3: The light bounces (reflects) into our eyes.

Correct answer: The book reflects light from the lamp into Rey's eyes.

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