Vision and Light Flashcard

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What is prey?

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An animal that is hunted and eaten by other animals.

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What are receptors?

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A structure that responds to information coming in from the environment.

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What does it mean to have vision?

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The ability to see and perceive the environment.

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What does it mean to survive?

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To continue to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions.

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What is structure in design?

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The way something is shaped or what it's made out of to make it good for a specific function.

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What is light?

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A form of energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

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What is reflection?

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The bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

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What is refraction?

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The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

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What is a shadow?

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An area where light is blocked by an object.

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What is the role of the eye in vision?

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The eye detects light and sends signals to the brain to create images.