Light (STAAR released questions)

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What is light?

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Light is a form of energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

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What is reflection of light?

Back

Reflection of light occurs when light bounces off a surface, such as a mirror.

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What is refraction of light?

Back

Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, like from air to water.

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What happens to light when it hits a mirror?

Back

Light travels in straight lines and reflects off the surface of the mirror.

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Why does a straw look bent in a glass of water?

Back

The straw looks bent because of the refraction of light as it moves from water to air.

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What is a medium in terms of light?

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A medium is a substance through which light travels, such as air, water, or glass.

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What is the law of reflection?

Back

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

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What is an example of light being refracted?

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An example is when light passes from air into water and bends, making objects appear distorted.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light, while refraction is the bending of light as it passes through different media.

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What is a convex mirror?

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A convex mirror is a curved mirror that bulges outward and causes light rays to diverge.

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