Amplify Light Waves Review

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What is the wavelength of a wave?

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The distance between two consecutive peaks or troughs in a wave.

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What is amplitude in the context of waves?

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The maximum height of a wave from its rest position.

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What do light waves carry from one place to another?

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Energy.

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Can light waves change materials?

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Yes, light waves can change materials by transferring energy.

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What happens to energy when light is absorbed by a material?

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The energy is taken in by the material, which can cause changes.

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What is ultraviolet (UV) light?

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A type of light that has a shorter wavelength than visible light and can cause chemical reactions.

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What is X-ray light?

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A type of electromagnetic radiation with very short wavelengths, used in medical imaging.

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How does UV light affect glue?

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UV light can cause chemical changes in glue, potentially hardening it.

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What is the difference between reflection and transmission of light?

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Reflection is when light bounces off a surface, while transmission is when light passes through a material.

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What is energy absorption in the context of light?

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When light is taken in by a material, causing changes in the material's properties.

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