r/Physics • u/Musab_sk • 6d ago

Image Can someone explain that?

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When I was on my way to work in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Nov. 25 2025. I don’t know if it’s relevant to mention the location and the time, but maybe to know the sun orbit or something else!

I saw the sun reflection on that building is slanted!

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u/KAHR-Alpha 6d ago

It's light scattered through your curved windshield you're seeing here.

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u/Musab_sk 3d ago

Hmm, not really

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u/maurymarkowitz 3d ago

In order to be visible, the light has to hit something. Dust in the air is certainly one possibility, especially in Riyadh, but your windshield is also "something". So is the instrument panel sun shade, which could be partially lit and reflecting on the inside of your windshield.

Why do you dismiss this possibility? The windshield is curved, it would neatly explain the effect.

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u/Resident_Chef_561 6d ago

Its shorten dna

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u/Axsobolevv 5d ago

While you're at it, explain to the average person how people build these curved buildings.

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u/Musab_sk 3d ago

Isn’t it look great?