Reflection vs Refraction

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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 refraction?

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Refraction is when light bends as it passes from one material to another.

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When light bounces off a mirror, is that reflection or refraction?

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Reflection.

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When you see a rainbow, is that due to reflection or refraction?

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Refraction.

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What happens to light when it hits a smooth surface?

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It reflects.

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What happens to light when it enters water from air?

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It bends (refraction).

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Can you see your image in a calm lake?

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Yes, that is reflection.

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What is an example of refraction in everyday life?

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Seeing a straw in a glass of water that looks bent.

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What type of surface causes more reflection?

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A smooth surface.

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What type of surface causes more scattering of light?

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A rough surface.

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