Light Energy

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What is a convex lens used for?

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A convex lens is used to magnify an image.

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What is the term for light bouncing off a surface?

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Reflection.

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What phenomenon causes a straw in a glass of water to appear broken?

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Refraction.

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What form of energy is light classified as?

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Light is a form of energy.

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What are translucent objects?

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Translucent objects allow some light to pass through but not enough to see clearly through them.

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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 from one medium to another.

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What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

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The speed of light in a vacuum is approximately 299,792 kilometers per second (186,282 miles per second).

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What is the principle behind the operation of a magnifying glass?

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A magnifying glass uses a convex lens to bend light rays and magnify the image of an object.

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What happens to light when it passes from air into water?

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Light slows down and bends, which is known as refraction.

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What are examples of opaque objects?

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Examples of opaque objects include wood, metal, and stone, which do not allow light to pass through.

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