Light Interaction Flashcard

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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 into water.

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What is Reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface, such as a mirror or calm water.

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What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

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The light is reflected back, and it cannot continue past the mirror.

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What is Transmission in terms of light?

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Transmission is the passing of light through a material without being absorbed or reflected.

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What does it mean when light is absorbed?

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Absorption occurs when light is taken in by a material and converted to other forms of energy, such as heat.

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How does light travel?

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Light travels in straight lines until it encounters an object or medium that affects its path.

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What is the difference between a straight tube and a bent tube in terms of light visibility?

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Light can only be seen through a straight tube because it allows the light to travel directly to the observer.

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What is an example of light being refracted?

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An example of refraction is when light bends as it passes through a raindrop, creating a rainbow.

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What is the role of a mirror in light interaction?

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A mirror reflects light, allowing us to see images of objects placed in front of it.

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What happens to light when it enters water from air?

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The light bends, or refracts, as it enters the water due to the change in medium.