"Reflection as a result of a phase-matched backward propagation of the waves reemitted by the atoms/molecules/lattices of the object the incoming light is reflected off."
Thanks for the answer, however I'm not sure if it completely answers what causes the light to reflect.
I'm not sure if this belongs here however some of you may know the answer to my question.
If I am correct, transparency occurs when light hits an object however the light does not reach the threshold frequency to energize an electron. Thus, the light does not get absorbed and is able to pass...