Wave Behavior

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What is wave behavior?

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Wave behavior refers to how waves interact with different mediums and obstacles, including phenomena such as reflection, refraction, absorption, and diffraction.

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Define refraction.

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Refraction is the bending of waves as they enter a new medium at an angle, causing a change in speed and direction.

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of waves from a surface that they cannot pass through.

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What is absorption in wave behavior?

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Absorption is the process by which a wave's energy is taken in by a medium, causing the wave to diminish or stop.

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Define diffraction.

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Diffraction is the bending of waves around obstacles or through openings, which causes the waves to spread out.

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What type of wave behavior occurs when light hits a mirror?

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Reflection occurs when light hits a mirror.

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What happens to a wave when it enters a denser medium?

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When a wave enters a denser medium, it slows down and bends towards the normal line.

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What is the normal line in wave behavior?

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The normal line is an imaginary line perpendicular to the surface at the point of incidence where the wave strikes.

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How does the angle of incidence relate to the angle of reflection?

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The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection when a wave reflects off a surface.

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What is an example of refraction in everyday life?

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An example of refraction is a straw appearing bent when placed in a glass of water.

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