light energy vocabulary

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What does it mean to absorb light?

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To take in or soak up light energy.

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Which color of light has the longest wavelength?

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Red.

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What is visible light?

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Light energy that we can see.

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What is the ultimate source of energy for life on Earth?

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The Sun.

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What does it mean to transmit light?

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To pass through light energy.

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What is the relationship between wavelength and color in light?

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Different colors of light correspond to different wavelengths; red has the longest wavelength.

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What is the role of the Sun in the context of light energy?

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The Sun is the primary source of light energy for Earth.

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How does light energy affect photosynthesis?

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Light energy is absorbed by plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the difference between reflection and transmission of light?

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Reflection is when light bounces off a surface, while transmission is when light passes through a material.

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What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

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Approximately 299,792 kilometers per second (or about 186,282 miles per second).

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