Wave Interactions

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What is reflection in wave interactions?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of a wave when it hits a surface that it cannot pass through.

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What is the law of reflection?

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The law of reflection states that the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.

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What is refraction in wave interactions?

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Refraction is the bending of a wave as it passes from one medium to another due to a change in speed.

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What is the angle of incidence?

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The angle of incidence is the angle between the incoming wave and the normal (a line perpendicular to the surface) at the point of incidence.

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What is the angle of reflection?

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The angle of reflection is the angle between the reflected wave and the normal at the point of reflection.

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What is diffraction?

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Diffraction is the spreading out of waves when they pass through a narrow opening or around obstacles.

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What is interference in wave interactions?

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Interference is the phenomenon that occurs when two or more waves overlap and combine to form a new wave pattern.

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What is specular reflection?

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Specular reflection is the reflection of light from a smooth surface, resulting in a clear image.

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What is diffuse reflection?

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Diffuse reflection is the reflection of light from a rough surface, scattering the light in many directions.

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What happens to light when it passes from air into water?

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When light passes from air into water, it slows down and bends towards the normal, demonstrating refraction.

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