Light Energy

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What happens when light hits a smooth, shiny surface?

Back

It reflects.

Front

What do lenses in eyeglasses do to light waves?

Back

They refract light waves.

Front

What is light a form of?

Back

Energy.

Front

What does a mirror do to light?

Back

It reflects light.

Front

Which type of lens makes objects appear smaller?

Back

Concave lens.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

What is reflection?

Back

The bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

Front

What is absorption in terms of light?

Back

When light is taken in by a material and not reflected or refracted.

Front

What is a convex lens?

Back

A lens that is thicker in the middle and makes objects appear larger.

Front

What is a concave lens?

Back

A lens that is thinner in the middle and makes objects appear smaller.