Reflection & Refraction

Front

When light bounces back, it is called __________.

Back

Reflected

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Front

When light bends, it is called __________.

Back

Refraction

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Front

What allows us to see our reflection in a mirror?

Back

Reflection of light

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Front

Why does a straw appear bent in a glass of water?

Back

Light is refracted when it passes from air to water.

Front

Light travels in a __________ line, which is why we see shadows.

Back

Straight

Front

What is the term for the change in direction of light when it passes from one medium to another?

Back

Refraction

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Front

What happens to light when it hits a surface and bounces back?

Back

It is reflected.

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Front

What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of light, while refraction is the bending of light.

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Front

What do we call the bending of light as it passes through a lens?

Back

Refraction

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Front

What is an example of reflection in everyday life?

Back

Seeing your image in a mirror.

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