Light, Sound, Waves Review

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What does translucent mean?

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Translucent means that light can pass through an object, but not clearly. You can see shapes, but not details.

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What does it mean when light refracts?

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Refraction is when light strikes an object and bends as it passes through.

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What is sound?

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Sound is a form of energy that comes from vibrations.

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What does transparent mean?

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Transparent means that an object allows light to pass through completely, so you can see clearly through it.

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is when a light wave hits a surface and bounces off.

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What is an example of a transparent object?

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An example of a transparent object is clear glass.

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What is an example of a translucent object?

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An example of a translucent object is frosted glass.

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What is an example of an opaque object?

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An example of an opaque object is a wooden block.

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How does sound travel?

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Sound travels through vibrations in the air, water, or solid materials.

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What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

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When light hits a mirror, it reflects off the surface.