Reflection and Refraction

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How does light travel?

Back

Light travels in a straight path.

Front

What is another name for light bending?

Back

Refraction.

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What happens to light passing through a hand lens that makes the image appear larger?

Back

The light is refracted.

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How do we see the color green?

Back

All the colors are absorbed but green is reflected to our eyes.

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How do we see the color red?

Back

All the colors are absorbed but red is reflected to our eyes.

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What is reflection?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.

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What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

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What is the role of a mirror in reflection?

Back

A mirror reflects light, allowing us to see our image.

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What happens to light when it hits a transparent object?

Back

It can be refracted or transmitted.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is bouncing back of light, while refraction is bending of light.

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