Reflection and Refraction

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What is the bending of light called?

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Refraction

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What happens to light when it passes from air into water?

Back

It bends (refraction).

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Which car would be hotter if both are left in the sun all day: a black car or a white car?

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The black car would be hotter.

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What is it called when light bounces off a surface like a mirror?

Back

Reflection

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Why do we see shadows?

Back

Because light travels in a straight line.

Front

What is the term for light changing direction as it passes through different materials?

Back

Refraction

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What do we call the angle at which light hits a surface?

Back

Angle of incidence.

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What is the angle called when light reflects off a surface?

Back

Angle of reflection.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is bouncing off a surface; refraction is bending as it passes through a medium.

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What type of surface is best for reflection?

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A smooth, shiny surface.

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