Wave Behavior

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What is Refraction?

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The bending of waves as they enter a new medium.

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What is Reflection?

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The bouncing back of waves when they hit a barrier.

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What is Diffraction?

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The spreading out of waves when they pass through a narrow opening or around obstacles.

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What is Absorption in wave behavior?

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The process by which waves are absorbed by a material and converted into other forms of energy.

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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 happens to light when it passes from air into water?

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It bends, which is an example of refraction.

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What is an example of Diffraction?

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The bending of sound waves around a corner.

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What is the difference between Refraction and Reflection?

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Refraction involves bending of waves entering a new medium, while reflection involves bouncing back of waves.

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What is a wave?

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A disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another.

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What is a medium in wave behavior?

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The substance through which a wave travels.

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