Light Energy

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What is light energy?

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

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What happens when light hits a mirror?

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The mirror reflects the light, allowing you to see your image.

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How does light travel?

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Light travels in straight lines.

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What is refraction?

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

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What color absorbs the most light?

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Darker colors, like black, absorb more light.

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What color reflects the most light?

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Lighter colors, like white, reflect more light.

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What is the effect of light on temperature?

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Darker colors absorb light and convert it to heat, increasing temperature.

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What is a shadow?

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A shadow is created when an object blocks light from reaching a surface.

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What is the speed of light?

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

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What is a prism?

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A prism is a transparent object that can bend and separate light into different colors.