Light Energy

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of energy waves, such as light, when they pass through a medium, like water or glass.

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What does it mean to magnify something?

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To magnify means to make something appear larger in size.

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How does light travel through a straight tube?

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Light travels in a straight line directly to the observer's eye, allowing them to see the light source.

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What happens to a pencil placed in a cup of water?

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The pencil looks broken at the surface of the water, but it is not actually broken.

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing of energy waves, such as light, off a surface.

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What is absorption in terms of light energy?

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Absorption is when light energy is taken in by a material and does not pass through or bounce off.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is the bouncing of light off a surface, while refraction is the bending of light as it passes through different mediums.

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What is an example of light being absorbed?

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A black shirt absorbs more light and heat than a white shirt, which reflects more light.

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What is diffraction?

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Diffraction is the bending of waves around obstacles or through openings.

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What is the role of a medium in light energy?

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A medium, like air or water, can change the speed and direction of light as it travels through it.