Behavior of Light

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What is light?

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Light is a form of energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

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What is reflection of light?

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Reflection of light is when light bounces off a surface, such as a mirror or water.

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What is refraction of light?

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

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What is a prism?

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A prism is a transparent object that can separate white light into its different colors.

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What are the primary colors of light?

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The primary colors of light are red, green, and blue.

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What is the speed of light?

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The speed of light in a vacuum is approximately 299,792 kilometers per second.

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What is a shadow?

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A shadow is a dark area created when an object blocks light from a light source.

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What is the difference between a convex lens and a concave lens?

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A convex lens converges light rays to a point, while a concave lens diverges light rays.

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What is the law of reflection?

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The law of reflection states that the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.

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What is dispersion of light?

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Dispersion of light is the process of separating light into its component colors, often seen in rainbows.