Reflection and Refraction

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What happens to light when it passes through water?

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Light bends when it passes through water.

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What is the term for light bouncing off a surface?

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Reflection.

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How does a hand lens make objects appear larger?

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A hand lens bends light passing through it.

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Why do we see shadows?

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Because light travels in a straight line.

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What is the term for light changing direction when it passes from air into water?

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Refraction.

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What is the definition of reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.

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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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Can light travel through water?

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Yes, light can travel through water, but it bends.

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What is an example of reflection in everyday life?

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Seeing your image in a mirror.

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What happens to light when it enters a denser medium?

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It slows down and bends towards the normal line.

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