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Can Mirrors Create Infinite Reflections?

šŸ’” The Answer

  • While two facing mirrors seem to create an infinite tunnel, the reflections do eventually end.
  • Every mirror absorbs a tiny fraction of light energy each time a reflection occurs.
  • Because of this energy loss, each successive reflection becomes slightly darker and greener.
  • Most high-quality mirrors can only produce a few hundred reflections before they fade into invisibility.

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