5.6C Light

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What is light transmission?

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Light transmission is the process by which light passes through an object without being absorbed or reflected.

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What happens to light when it is reflected?

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When light is reflected, it bounces off the surface of an object instead of passing through it.

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What does it mean for light to be absorbed?

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When light is absorbed, it is taken in by an object and converted into other forms of energy, such as heat.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, such as from air to water.

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How does a hand lens work?

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A hand lens works by bending light that passes through it, making small objects appear larger.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is when light bounces off a surface, while refraction is when light bends as it passes through different materials.

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What is an example of light being transmitted?

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An example of light being transmitted is sunlight passing through a clear window.

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What is an example of light being reflected?

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An example of light being reflected is a mirror showing an image.

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What happens to light rays when they enter water?

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When light rays enter water, they are bent, which can make objects appear distorted.

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What is the role of a lens in optics?

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A lens focuses or disperses light rays to form images or magnify objects.