Reflection and Refraction

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What is Refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, such as from air into water.

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What is Reflection?

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Reflection is when light hits a surface and bounces back.

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What happens to light when it passes through a prism?

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Light is refracted, causing it to spread out into a spectrum of colors.

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What is the main reason light travels in a straight line?

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If there is nothing to interfere with light waves, they should travel in a straight line.

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What is an example of Refraction?

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An example of refraction is when light bends as it passes through a raindrop, creating a rainbow.

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What is the difference between Transparent and Translucent materials?

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Transparent materials allow light to pass through clearly, while translucent materials allow some light to pass but scatter it.

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What is the term for the angle at which light hits a surface?

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The angle of incidence.

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What is the term for the angle at which light reflects off a surface?

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The angle of reflection.

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What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

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Light is reflected off the surface of the mirror.

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What is an example of Reflection in everyday life?

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Seeing your image in a calm lake or a bathroom mirror.