Light Energy

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye. It is responsible for making things visible.

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What is reflection?

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

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What is a source of light?

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A source of light is an object that produces light, such as the sun, a light bulb, or fire.

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What does it mean to absorb light?

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To absorb light means that an object takes in light energy and does not reflect it, making the object appear dark.

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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, like from air into water.

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What color clothing should you wear to stay cooler in the sun?

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You should wear white or light-colored clothing to stay cooler because these colors reflect more light.

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What happens to light when it hits a rough surface?

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When light hits a rough surface, it scatters in many directions instead of reflecting smoothly.

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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 materials.

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What is a mirror?

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A mirror is a smooth surface that reflects light, allowing us to see our reflection.

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What is the role of light in photosynthesis?

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Light energy is used by plants during photosynthesis to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.