CKLA Light and Sound

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What is a rainbow?

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A rainbow is light refracted in the sky from raindrops, similar to a prism.

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How is a rainbow formed?

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A rainbow is formed when light passes through raindrops and bends, creating a spectrum of colors.

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True or False: Light travels faster than sound.

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True.

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What do we call objects that DO NOT allow light to pass through them?

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Opaque.

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What is an example of a convex lens?

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A magnifying glass.

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What are light and sound both forms of?

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Energy.

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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.

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.

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What is a transparent object?

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A transparent object allows light to pass through it clearly.

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What is a translucent object?

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A translucent object allows some light to pass through but not enough to see clearly.