Sound and Light Review

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What is light?

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Light is a form of energy that we can see with our eyes.

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What does opaque mean?

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Opaque means no light passes through it.

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What is another name for light bending?

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Refraction.

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What happens to light after it passes through a convex lens?

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The light comes together at a focal point.

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What causes a rainbow to form naturally?

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Small raindrops cause the light to refract.

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What is reflection?

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

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What is the difference between transparent and translucent materials?

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Transparent materials allow all light to pass through, while translucent materials allow some light to pass through.

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What is the speed of light?

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The speed of light in a vacuum is approximately 299,792 kilometers per second.

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What is sound?

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Sound is a form of energy that travels in waves and can be heard by our ears.

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What is the medium through which sound travels?

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Sound can travel through solids, liquids, and gases.