Study Jams - Light Absorption, Reflection & Refraction

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What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it moves from one substance to another.

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What happens to light when there is nothing to interfere with it?

Back

Light travels in a straight line.

Front

What is the angle of incidence?

Back

The angle at which light hits a surface.

Front

What is the angle of reflection equal to?

Back

The angle of incidence.

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Why does a wooden boat not reflect light like water?

Back

Because the boat’s surface is rough and absorbs more light.

Front

What is absorption in terms of light?

Back

Absorption is when light is taken in by an object and not reflected.

Front

What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.

Front

What is the law of reflection?

Back

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

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What is an example of refraction?

Back

A straw appearing bent when placed in a glass of water.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is bouncing off a surface, while refraction is bending as it passes through.