Refraction, Reflection and Absorption

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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, causing it to change speed.

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface, allowing us to see images.

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What is absorption in terms of light?

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Absorption is the process by which an object takes in light energy, preventing it from being reflected or transmitted.

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What color absorbs all colors of light?

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Black absorbs all colors in the light spectrum.

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What color reflects all colors of light?

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White reflects all colors in the light spectrum.

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What happens to light when it hits a dark surface?

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It is mostly absorbed, which can cause the surface to heat up.

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What is a prism used for?

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A prism is used to separate white light into its component colors through refraction.

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What is the difference between refraction and reflection?

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Refraction involves bending of light, while reflection involves bouncing back of light.

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What is an example of reflection in nature?

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Seeing a mirrored image of mountains on the water.

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What is the effect of light on temperature?

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Light can create heat when it is absorbed by surfaces.