Reflection and Refraction

Front

What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.

Front

What does light do when it travels in a straight line?

Back

Light travels in a straight line until something changes its path.

Front

What happens during refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

What does it mean to reflect?

Back

To reflect means to bounce off.

Front

How does light travel?

Back

Light travels in a straight path.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the change in direction of light when it passes through different materials.

Front

What is an example of reflection?

Back

Seeing your image in a mirror is an example of reflection.

Front

What is an example of refraction?

Back

A straw appearing bent in a glass of water is an example of refraction.

Front

What is the law of reflection?

Back

The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.

Front

What is a medium in terms of light?

Back

A medium is a substance through which light travels, such as air, water, or glass.