Reflection, Refraction, Absorption

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What is the fastest medium for sound waves to travel through?

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Solids

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What color appears when an object absorbs all colors in the light spectrum?

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Black

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What is the purpose of creating a 2-dimensional model of the electromagnetic spectrum?

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To better understand and visualize complex concepts or phenomena.

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What phenomenon occurs when a black shirt captures light waves and makes a person feel hot?

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Absorption

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Which color of light has the highest energy?

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Violet

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What is reflection in the context of light waves?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light waves when they hit a surface.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light waves as they pass from one medium to another.

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How does absorption affect the temperature of an object?

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Absorption increases the temperature of an object as it captures light energy.

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What is the relationship between wavelength and energy in the electromagnetic spectrum?

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Shorter wavelengths correspond to higher energy, while longer wavelengths correspond to lower energy.

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What happens to light when it hits a smooth surface?

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It reflects in a predictable manner, following the law of reflection.

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