Sun ray brightness quality after mirror reflection

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Sun ray brightness quality after mirror reflection is influenced by the type of mirror and its materials, such as aluminum, silver, or tin. Normal vanity mirrors typically have a 90% reflectivity due to their aluminum second surface. The transparency and finish of the glass also play significant roles in determining mirror quality. To accurately assess the reflectivity of an unknown mirror, a photometer is required to measure the light intensity before and after reflection. Understanding these factors is essential for optimizing efficiency in light reflection.
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What is the Sun ray brightness quality after mirror reflection and what affects it? How to get the efficiency after reflection?
 
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It depends on the mirror
Normal vanity type mirrors are aluminum second surface at 90% reflectivity
The transparency of glass first or second surface silver aluminum tin nickel the finish of the surface
All are variables in mirror quality
If you want to measure the quality of an unknown mirror you need a photometer
Then you can measure and calculate the difference between source and reflection.
 
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Andy SV said:
It depends on the mirror
Normal vanity type mirrors are aluminum second surface at 90% reflectivity
The transparency of glass first or second surface silver aluminum tin nickel the finish of the surface
All are variables in mirror quality
If you want to measure the quality of an unknown mirror you need a photometer
Then you can measure and calculate the difference between source and reflection.
Thanks Andy for your answer. :)
 
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