5.6C Light Retest

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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, such as from air to water.

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface, allowing us to see images.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is the bouncing of light off a surface, while refraction is the bending of light as it passes through different materials.

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What is an example of light being refracted?

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Using binoculars to look at birds.

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Why can a student see her reflection in a computer monitor when it is off?

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Smooth, shiny objects reflect a great amount of light.

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What happens to light rays when they travel through water?

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Light rays are refracted, making objects appear different.

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What is the role of a mirror in reflection?

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

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What is an example of an object that reflects light?

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A smooth lake on a sunny day reflects the sky.

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What is the law of reflection?

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The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.

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What is a transparent material?

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A transparent material allows light to pass through it without significant scattering.