Why can’t you see your reflection in a white sheet of paper, even though it is smooth, but you can see it in a mirror?

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A because paper exhibits diffuse reflection and mirror exhibits regular reflection
B the paper absorbs all the light and mirror doesn't absorb any light
C light doesn't follow law of reflection (angle of incidence=angle of reflection) on the paper
D paper is transparent

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Answer: A. because paper exhibits diffuse reflection and mirror exhibits regular reflection

Concept: Diffuse vs. Regular Reflection. The paper has microscopic rough spots that scatter light in many directions (diffuse reflection), while the mirror has a perfectly smooth surface that reflects light at a precise angle (regular reflection).

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Why can’t you see your reflection in a white sheet of paper, even though it is smooth, but you can see it in a mirror?

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