Reflection and Refraction

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How does light travel?

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in a straight path

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Why does the straw appear to be bent?

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light is refracted

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What happens to light passing through a hand lens that makes the image of the penny appear larger?

Back

The light is refracted.

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Why does a hand lens make objects appear larger?

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It bends light passing through it.

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What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing of light off an object.

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What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light when it moves from one kind of matter to another.

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What happens to light when it passes from air into water?

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It bends (refracts).

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is bouncing off, while refraction is bending.

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What is an example of refraction in everyday life?

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A straw in a glass of water looks bent.

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What is a hand lens?

Back

A hand lens is a simple magnifying glass that bends light to make objects appear larger.